Ben leaned in close, so close that Jamie could hear his every breath.

He asked, his voice cold, "Then tell me, what exactly do you think I should do? Should I go and break up with Winnie right now? Should I tell her what we just did, then drag her to a clinic for an abortion? Would that make you happy?"

"Of course not!" Jamie quickly protested, her face going pale. "That's your own child. Do you even hear what you're saying?"

Winnie wanted nothing more than a loving, happy family. Jamie couldn't bear the thought of shattering that dream.

her with cold amusement.

want. I can disappear if that's what you need. Move far away so I'll never cross your path again. Just... take care of Winnie and pretend I'm gone." Ben's expression only hardened, his anger becoming more intense with every word. Finally, he let out a harsh laugh. "You really do have quite the imagination,

She knew her offer probably meant little to him. Ben was one of the top lawyers in Birkham, with resources and

I want is for you to stay by my side. Just for four years. After that, we're done. You're free

have agreed to any terms.

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to destroy me to feel satisfied?" she asked, voice trembling. Ben's actions and his

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