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"I won't cooperate, Maddie," he said firmly, placing the folder on his desk and intertwining his fingers.

I took a deep breath, hoping this conversation would be easier. Convincing Marco to annul our marriage had seemed like a sensible choice, but now it felt like a mistake. "I don't want this anymore, Marco," my voice quivered. I never anticipated uttering those words. Not long ago, I was determined to hold onto Marco, but now I yearned to release him. If circumstances were different, I might fight for our relationship. Yet, I can't. He has deeply wronged my family, me, and my mother.

"I'll fight this, Maddie," he declared forcefully, surprising me. I bit my lip, his words hitting me unexpectedly. "You know the chances of success for this annulment petition are slim, Maddie. Your lawyer must have informed you. That's why you've resorted to confronting me directly, pleading for my cooperation. You didn't even discuss it with me first before making this decision."

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