Chapter 173

He took a deep breath, trying to steady himself, though anger still pulsed through his veins like fire. “Why?” he asked finally, voice low, sharp. “Why do you want a divorce so badly now? You were fine for five years, Lily. So why suddenly now? Is it because of Marina?” Her expression twisted in disbelief. “I was fine?” she repeated, scoffing bitterly. “Because of Marina?” She laughed dryly, shaking her head. “No, David. It’s because this marriage was wrong from the beginning. We were never meant to be. You love someone else, and I...” she stopped, her throat tightening, “I want to be with someone who loves me. I don’t want to live my life with a man who can’t even look at me without resentment.” David’s eyes flickered. He took a step closer. “You want someone who loves you?” he said slowly, his voice tightening. “Are you planning to get married after the divorce?” “Of course,” Lily answered immediately, her tone firm. “You dare?” he said, moving closer again, his presence overwhelming