Chapter 28

The moment Grace’ name came up, Ronald’s expression darkened instantly, his eyes turning razor-sharp. “Isabella, how many times have I told you? Don’t drag her into our issues. Are you just pretending not to understand me?” His tone was cold to the bone, sharp as frost. Back in my past life, I’d probably apologize. I couldn’t accept even the tiniest crack between us. But now? Now I’m wide awake. He’s the one who betrayed me—why should I care about keeping up appearances? I stared right back at him, not backing down. “Ronald, you chose Grace. Don’t hold me back. Divorcing me is being fair to her—and to both of us.” Ronald’s face instantly dropped. His lips pressed into a thin, unhappy line. “Who I choose to be with is none of your business.” That hit a nerve. I took two steps forward, eyes locked on him. “I’m here to get divorced, and since you’ve been avoiding it, then pay up.” His eyes narrowed, cold as ever. “Pay?” “For dinner,” I said, straight-faced. “I made you food hoping you’d s