Nathan didnt respond immediately. Several seconds ticked by before his mind fully absorbed Lucindas words.
Then, his eyelashes quivered intensely, his eyes crimson. Do you truly comprehend the words youre uttering?
Lucinda nodded with determination. Im thinking clearly at the moment. I understand exactly what Im saying. After we go our separate ways, you wont be in pain anymore, and I wont carry the weight of guilt. Its the best decision for both of us.
Nathans eyes glistened with tears, and he plunged into a profound hopelessness. I concealed the gravity of your illness because I was afraid youd make such a drastic choice. I never anticipated youd find out and choose for this
His scarred and aching back quivered with a hint of sorrow, his eyes brimming with grief. Lucinda, this is not the first time youve asked me for a divorce. Last time, it nearly cost me my life to win you back. What will it take this time?
Lucinda took a deep breath and sighed as she reached out to treat his back with the medicine.
Nathan gravely shifted away, not permitting her to make contact with him.
Seeing the pain in his eyes, Lucinda softened her approach. I didnt mean to upset you. When my illness flares up, I lose control. I dont want to harm you.
She inhaled deeply before rephrasing her proposal. What Im suggesting is we divorce, you take custody of the kids, and you separate me from our life completely. I can fully concentrate on my treatment. If theres no improvement, you can find a loving and caring mother for them. Dont concern yourself about me. If I recover completely, we can consider remarriage. Does that sound agreeable to you?
No. Nathan didnt hesitate; his refusal was categorical. I cant take the chance that during your period of being unattached, you might develop feelings for someone else. Being five years older than you, I could be seen as less appealing, and finding another partner might become an issue.
Lucinda found herself at a loss for words.
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Nathan continued, his gaze determined, From this point forward, the word divorce will never make its way into our family records.
Lucinda exhaled deeply. Nate-
Call me honey. Nathan averted his gaze and sulked.
Lucinda sighed. She felt powerless but entirely earnest. I genuinely dont want to harm you. Just as when you were infected by the S404
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Virus and faced death, you chose to let me go and end our marriage to spare me pain. Im feeling the same way now. You do comprehend, right?
Nathan straightened up, looking directly at Lucinda, and posed a rhetorical question, Back then, you wouldnt let go of me. Now, I wont let go of you either. Can you grasp that?
Once more, Lucinda found herself without words.
Nathan gripped Lucindas hand firmly. Husbands and wives should tackle challenges together. Plus, this isnt some grave illness.
Aldric mentioned that with the treatments current progress, you could be back on your feet within six months. The little ones and I will stand by you throughout.
Nathan and Lucinda locked eyes, tears filling each of their gazes.
After pondering for a bit, Lucinda finally voiced her thoughts. When I have an episode, just keep me isolated. Its safest if I remain alone and dont harm anyone.
Nathan comforted Lucinda, saying, If you have another episode, Ill quickly administer a sedative and bring you to Aldric for an IV drip.
How does that sound?