"I need you."She whispered."I need my husband by my side.Come home with me."She held out her hand to him.

Alex so badly wanted to place his hand into hers.But he can't.He had heard the conversation she'd had with his mother.He had heard everything.He's surprised Avery is still here after what he had told her.Surprised that she still loves him.He can see it in her eyes.But her pity is something he can't stand.It will be worse than her rejection,he knows why she wants them to go home and he isn't ready.Not yet."I can't Avery.I'm leaving for Barcelona tonight.Take care of yourself and the baby."

"Alex please... Don't do this.Not now."Tears sparkled...