Ruby’s POV

He picked up the papers with trembling hands, staring at them like they might explode. “No… Ruby, don’t do this. I can fix it. I’ll fix everything. Just give me one more chance.”

Then he said quietly, “Ruby, I’m sorry for hitting you.”

I didn’t say anything.

“I love you,” he said, his voice shaking. “I’ve always loved you. I don’t care about Lisa. I’ll cut her off. I’ll do whatever you want. Please… don’t leave me.”

I looked him in the eye. ...