Chapter 108

Marina's nails dug into her palm beneath the table. She hated when he used that tone, as if she were a stranger asking for favors. But she smiled anyway, refusing to let him see her crack. "I'm not pushing, David. I just want what's normal." "Normal," David repeated with a dry laugh. "Do you even know what that is?" Marina's face heated. "Don't talk to me like that. What's wrong with you? Why have you suddenly changed?" The waiter arrived just then, breaking the tension. They ordered food, Marina choosing delicately, David picking quickly without caring. As soon as the waiter left, Marina leaned forward again. Her voice dropped softer. "David, can't you try? Just a little. I... I love you. We have been in love for years. Now everything is finally right. You signed the papers, Lily is out of the picture. Why are you still acting like I'm a stranger?" David's face didn't move, but something in his eyes flickered. Suddenly, he hated hearing Lily's name from Marina's mouth. He reached for