Chapter 32

Stuart sighed. "Blake's the only man in Stanton City who can protect you. I've made my fair share of enemies. They're only letting you off the hook because of Blake. I'm worried that you'll be in danger if you guys get divorced. Now that I'm stuck here, I can't protect you."

Yasmin looked distressed. Stuart continued, "I know you're upset, Yaz, but Blake can protect you. If he doesn't ask for a divorce, you should stay in this marriage.

"The people out there won't dare to lay a hand on you as long as you're Mrs. Ford. You can get divorced once I'm out of here. Then, I'll be able to protect you again."

Yasmin was unwilling to do as he said, but she didn't want him to worry while still in prison.

Stuart said, "I know what you're thinking, Yaz. You're probably depressed from being stuck in a loveless marriage, but life isn't just about being happy.

"Compared to happiness, being alive is more important. Now that I'm behind bars, I can't protect you out there. My only hope is that yo