Chapter 10

Natalie's pulse quickened, and she clutched her chest. "You nearly gave me a heart attack!" she declared, her lips a vibrant red

as they formed a playful pout, her eyes dancing with a liveliness that Easton had never witnessed.

He was more accustomed to a Natalie who was calm and steady always having dinner ready and waiting for him. This spirited version was a pleasant surprise.

Easton had been through the wringer when he'd lost his sight, and Natalie had been his unwavering support. If not for her conflicts with Jennifer, they could have had a peaceful life together.

Noting Easton's silence, Natalie continued. "Ex, if you've got issues, maybe a vet can help. You had me sign those divorce papers at Jennifer's birthday party, and I left with nothing. You signed them too, and now it's final."

She gave a scornful laugh and continued, "You want me to come back home? You must be joking. I've made space for you and your perfect partner. Now, please, just leave me alone."

the memories of their arguments over Jennifer came flooding back, and Natalie was reminded of how she always had to be the one to apologize. Overwhelmed

out of it, to stop loving a

a nerve with Easton, his eyes darkening

minutes are up," James interrupted, leaning against the doorframe with a playful grin. His casual charm was a breath

cooing,

out, but I can give you a piggyback. You've got some heft to you." Natalie slapped his shoulder playfully. "Watch it. Saying a woman is heavy is asking for trouble." James was silent, genuinely worried that her words might come back to haunt him. "Alright, let's get you home. Your foot is badly

a thing?" Natalie questioned, finally realizing why her mouth was

on." James patted

hoped that by avoiding Easton this time, she could prevent that tragedy. James sensed the strangeness in her tone and felt a pang in his heart as he thought about how

voice shaky but sweet from the comfort of her brother's care. "My dear ex, why do you care where I go? We're divorced, just like you wanted. Although your looks are refreshing,

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