Chapter 0515

Chapter 0515

“No, Marcus, it’s me who needs to apologize. Something’s been bothering me, consuming my thoughts, and it’s not fair to you–to you, my husband.”

Before Marcus could respond, Valerie was already by his side. Her growing belly brushed his shoulder as she stood close. Marcus turned to face her and stood, gently lifting her off her feet and placing her on his desk. He hugged her tightly, sensing she wanted to speak but silencing her with a warm kiss.

He knew what she was about to say, and he didn’t want to hear it. But Valerie was determined to clear the air. Marcus had no choice but to steel himself and keep a neutral expression.

“Marcus, two days ago, when I went to pick up John, I swear I saw Peter. I know he saw me too–his face was full of surprise. It wasn’t Alden; he was dressed differently. But when I woke up, you were the only one by my side, and Ethan’s father was in another room. Still, it wasn’t Peter; it was his son, Alden.

elevator. Marcus, I’m certain it was him! You didn’t see him, but I did. He was wearing the same glasses. It’s not my imagination. He looks older, just

a wave of anger surge through him. His body burned with the effort of staying composed. He clenched his fists but didn’t want to lash

now is the babies. Don’t you think

he’s alive? What would you do? What would change? Would you leave me to be with him? Tell me!” Marcus’s voice

words hurt him. From her perspective, the possibility that Peter might still be alive was overwhelming–but with the Palmer family,

to understand. I just wanted to be honest. Yes, I’m struggling with what I saw. I try not to think about it, but I can’t help it. I’m sorry, truly, I’m sorry! I don’t want to hurt

who was going to be your husband and Serenity’s father. I lost someone I

but you’ve been there for me. But this hearing what you’re

a grown man. But our

stay calm, but in Valerie’s eyes, he saw doubt, pain, and something he couldn’t quite name. It shattered him. He released her from his embrace and,

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