"You know I won't divorce you," Richard said as he quickly stepped forward, pulling me into his arms.

He buried his face in my hair and nuzzled the crook of my neck, his words gentle and affectionate. "I was really worried about you last night."

"You were more worried about Susan, weren't you?" I couldn't help but react.

Richard tightened his hold and spoke earnestly. "Susan and I are no longer together. There is nothing between us anymore. Now, you are ...