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Chapter 28

The last words that echoed in Ivy's head was " my wife"

Ivy had been sitting in silence for what felt like an eternity. She had been listening to Mr. Jones Vones explain his proposal: he wanted her to become his wife. He had promised to end the war if she said yes.

Ivy paused to consider the proposal. Becoming Mr. Jones Vones' wife would mean an end to the war. The war that was yet to come. And it could also mean a better life for her. She was sure he would provide so much for her and the family she would create for him. But then she remembered sex with Rafe. She remembered the way his strong arms felt around her and the way he made her feel so loved and so safe. She knew she couldn't say yes to Mr. Jones Vones.

"I'm sorry, Mr. Jones Vones," she said softly. "I can't accept your proposal. I love someone else."

Mr. Jones Vones sighed heavily and nodded. He had expected her answer, but he had still held out hope.

"I understand," he said. "But this is a new offer to you and it must
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