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Teresa took a sip of her drink . Jonathan’s sorrowful expression was like a dagger to her heart , but she could only feign indifference to hide her feelings .
“ I’ll take you both back ,” Jonathan said .
Teresa shook her head . “ Thanks , but no need . ”
Jonathan’s tone softened . “ How about we stop by the mall ? Pick out whatever catifes your eye . It’s on me ”
“ Great . Don’t blame me if I go all out , Cheryl said with a carefree grin .
On the contrary , Teresa couldn’t bring herself to smile . ‘ No , really . I’m feeling a bit tired . I just want to go home and rest , she said .
Jonathan took out a card and handed it to Cheryl . “ Go buy whatever you like . I’ll take Teresa home .”
Teresa’s tone turned colder . “ There’s really no need . ”
“ What’s wrong ? You seem preoccupied . Did anything happen while I was away ? ” Jonathan asked .
Teresa replied , “ No. ”
“ You’re doing this again . Did something happen to your family ? Just tell me ,” said Jonathan .
“ No. ” Teresa finally looked at him . Her eyes were filled with pain . “ I’m leaving Nareigh .”
Jonathan suddenly went quiet . After a moment , he asked , “ You’re leaving Nareigh ? Where are you planning to go ? ”
Teresa answered , “ I’ll go wherever I want . Just promise me you won’t come after me , okay ? Let’s go our separate ways . This is how it should’ve been all along .”
After countless arguments and heartbreak , Teresa finally realized that it was time to let go . They had been divorced , so they should’ve gone their separate ways long ago .
The traffic light turned red , and Teresa noticed Jonathan’s gesture . She knew he was about to turn toward Luviston Estates .
He probably wanted to talk to her alone , but she didn’t want to . There was nothing left to say , and what scared her most was him seeing through her act .
I’m thirsty . Can you get me a bottle of potable water ? ” said Teresa .
Hearing this , Jonathan had no choice but to pull over to the side of the road .
As soon as he stepped into the nearby convenience store , Teresa seized the opportunity and got out of the car , hailed a taxi , and left . By the time Jonathan returned , she had already gone .
Teresa sent Jonathan a message : [ Let’s end this . Delete my number . We shouldn’t keep dragging this out . ]
Jonathan stared at the screen , speechless .
Teresa arrived back at Rosary Estates . She was alone tonight because Jennifer was working the night shift , and Michael was still at Miriam’s place .
Outside , the drizzle began to fall . The March rain carried a lingering chill that seeped into one’s bones .
Jonathan’s car pulled into the parking lot below her building and came to a stop .
He tried calling Teresa , but she didn’t answer . He sent her messages , but there was no reply .
Jonathan : [ Why will you leave ? Is it because you’re not pregnant and feel there’s nothing holding you back ? ]
Jonathan : [ I’m downstairs . ]
Jonathan : [ I’ll wait for you . ]
Jonathan : [ I hope you can give me a reasonable explanation . ]
Jonathan had been standing there for what felt like forever , but Teresa still hadn’t come out . The lights inside her house were on , though .
Teresa kept turning her phone on and off , stealing glances at him through the window more times than she could As the rain got heavier and she saw droplets on his hair , she couldn’t resist anymore . She grabbed a jacket and bolted outside .
When Jonathan saw her running out without en hemeened the car door . “ Get in before you catch a cold , ” he urged .
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Teresa climbed in , scowling . “ Why are you standing out here in the rain ? ”
“ I’m fine . A little rain won’t hurt me , ” he replied .
The warm air from the car’s heater filled the space . Teresa shoved the coat she had brought into his hands . Her annoyance
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Jonathan chuckled “ Your jacket doesn’t fit me ”
“ Then drape it over yourself . At least it’ll keep you a bit warmer , she snapped .
Seeing the concern in Teresa’s eyes , Jonathan couldn’t help but grip her shoulders tightly , lean dom , and kiss her th emotions completely took him over
Every day apart felt like an eternity . He missed her like crazy during the business trip
But this time , Teresa resisted fiercely . The cool sensation of his lips stirred something deep within her , yet the knew she couldn’t let herself fall again .
“ Jonathan , there’s nothing left for us to talk about . Jennifer and I are leaving Nareigh , Teresa said
She added , “ I’d hoped that I might be pregnant . At least then , I’d have a reason to stay tangled up with you . But react
“ So there’s no reason for us to get back together . Let’s just go our separate ways and leve our lives . That’s it
Without waiting for a response , Teresa opened the car door and stepped out into the rain .
When Jonathan came back to his senses , he quickly followed her . Seeing her hair drenched by the rain , he pulled her uta the shelter , telling her not to be impulsive .
Suddenly , someone grabbed Teresa’s other arm . Jonathan’s gaze darkened as he stared at the man who had appeared out of nowhere .
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