I swallowed a sour smile. I had always tried to maintain the pretense that my marriage was good in Harrison's presence, but now I realized how silly I had been. "Dad, this was my decision. I can face the consequences," I replied.

Harrison had warned me prior to marrying Jack that life with the Monroes would not be smooth, considering that the Jaystons were bankrupt.

I had believed that if Jack and I loved each other, then we could handle anything. Now I was aware of how silly I had been.

Harrison took a soft breath, the sound muted. "Sofia, don't worry about me. If you feel you can no...