At that moment, Dorothy almost wanted to laugh.

A few years back, she was the one who had said, "Let's get a divorce."

And now, years later, it was he who uttered the words "let's break up."

Indeed.

It was a breakup, not a divorce.

She hadn't remarried Everett, nor had he taken her back. Between Everett and Dorothy, there was no marital bond.

Even with Abigail and Langston in the picture, they weren't husband and wife.

After what felt like an eternity of silence, Dorothy finally spoke with a hoarse voice, "Is it just because of your mother?"

"What else could it be?"

"Is there... any other reason?"

Like, Quincy's involvement.

Everett frowned, "Just say what you want to say."

"Quincy." Dorothy didn't want to beat around the bush anymore, especially since hearing Everett say they were breaking up had already left her heart ice cold.

He wouldn't just say those words lightly.

she have to do

up, are you going to

none of your

refused. You made me believe in you, to be with

contrary to what

the endgame with Everett was parting ways, she'd

when it actually came down to

felt calm, almost

you wanted. I don't think I need to explain much else

away, refusing to face

"Are you serious?"

she

"I'm

reyou, are you

final decision

"After

with

silent, not

clenched her fists, trying to stay calm, not wanting

really plan to marry

He stayed silent still.

you'd only marry me, that you'd never lie to me." That's

decided on breaking up, if today was meant to tear away all

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