Chapter 1540

"What's our divorce got to do with Emma?" Lucas extended his hand, tenderly holding her face. "You just asked me, what if the dead person were you. I've grappled with that, never daring to probe too deep. But seeing Emma ditch Ron like that, it hit me hard. "I feared you'd cut me off just as ruthlessly, so I pushed for the divorce, to set you free." Stella was still processing when a gust of icy wind whipped through the car, sending a shiver down her spine and eliciting a sneeze. Lucas did not hesitate, shedding his jacket and wrapping it around her. "Slide over; I'm shutting the door." Obediently, Stella moved. With the door shut, the car's heating system quickly kicked in, enveloping them in warmth. Stella peeled off his jacket and handed it back. "Lucas White!" It was rare for her to use his full name; it used to happen when he had gone too far, keeping her up all night. Now, hearing it sent a chill down Lucas's spine. "Stella, I'm right here, go ahead." Stella said, "I have