Chapter 179

"You... you're not mad?" Troy moved closer and gently caressed Sarah's face.

Sarah was momentarily enchanted by Troy's touch. She gazed deeply into his protective, steady eyes. For a moment, she forgot they were about to have a serious conversation.

"How could I be mad at a man who sincerely loves my children? A man who is always there for me." Sarah returned Troy's gaze intensely.

Troy felt a sense of peace at that moment.

"Thank you, sweetheart!" Troy hugged Sarah tightly, noticing that her body had become a bit fuller.

They hugged for a while, as if they were reconnecting after the tension that had built up between them over the past few days. The strain they had both experienced had been emotionally draining, but their longing for each other was undeniable.

Now, that longing seemed to overflow, allowing them to momentarily forget the arguments they had been having lately.

Slowly, Sarah loosened the embrace. She felt a bit calmer, even though Troy hadn't spoken yet. She could