Scarlett's POV

Zachary's words that day demonstrated to Scarlett his desire to be a responsible parent to the boys, and based on her observations thus far, she was confident he was managing well. It was beautiful to observe him, surpassing her expectations, and the boys appeared more happy with him—possibly even more than they had ever been with her. She still wanted to be with her sons, but they connected so strongly with their father; it might be due to their gender.

She understood she had lost them the moment she disclosed the truth to Zachary, yet it was the right course of action. It was not her preference, but...