When Her "Death" Couldn't Break Him (Cecilia and Nathaniel)

Chapter 1936 In A Dilemma

They had been married for many years. There was a time when Allen would surprise Skylar with gifts, but as the years went by, those gestures faded.

He had once told her, "We've been married so long. There's no need for that anymore."

And when she needed something, he simply said she could buy it herself. He'd cover the cost.

So when she asked why, even Allen was caught off guard. "I'm giving you a gift. Why the question?"

Skylar froze for a heartbeat, then suddenly stepped forward and wrapped her arms around his waist. "Thank you," she whispered, pressing her cheek to his chest. "I'm really happy. I love it.”

Allen's body went rigid. The warmth of her embrace felt foreign now-like something from another life.

For a long moment, he stood there, unmoving. Then, slowly, he lifted a hand and gently patted her shoulder. "There's something I need to tell you."

Skylar looked up at him. "What is it?"

"I want a divorce," he said.

Skylar was momentarily stunned, taking a while to find her voice.

she quickly handed the

In all their years of marriage, they had rarely

head. "I want a child. And I need someone with a background more similar to mine who can

eyes. Her throat burned, as

had voiced their concerns. "The gap between you and Allen is too wide. What if he

I trust him. He'll always treat me well." After they got married, Allen had indeed treated her well. To ease her worries and give her

had never been particularly skilled at managing finances, she felt deeply at peace and fortunate to have married such a

had almost forgotten the gap

eyes reddening.

she would refuse

that had pressed on his chest for so long suddenly

in that moment,

wanted to end this for a long time,

he said

a bitter smile. "There's no need to thank me. Over the years, I've let you down in so many ways.

pulled her into an embrace.

against him, but the warmth she once

"Allen."

"Yes?"

now on. Don't act on impulse again. Find