Chapter 7

Chapter 7

Three years passed like a dream.

My research with Sarah revolutionized antiviral treatments. Our work with the CDC’s emergency response team led to breakthrough after breakthrough. Eventually, Sarah decided it was time for our community to open its doors – let the younger generation learn from the outside world.

I never imagined that decision would bring Lorenzo back into my life.

He arrived with a CDC team seeking our treatments. When he saw me in the clinic consulting with patients, his composure shattered. The packages he carried crashed to the floor as he rushed toward me, enveloping me in a desperate embrace.

The ruthless Wall Street titan looked haunted now, grief etched in every line of his face.

everywhere. Every continent, every remote healing center…”

him stumbling. Anyone else would have

sorry, I’ll be

won’t be a next time, Lorenzo. Our marriage

again. “No! Kill me if you want, but don’t push me away.”

who

“You disgust me.”

ties with

away, my voice ice. “Lorenzo, I don’t love you anymore. Whether you believe it or not, you’re not in my future.”

his eyes. He swayed

lying,” he sobbed. “Look me in the eyes and

grip on my arm was desperate. I met his gaze steadily. “I don’t love

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