Caught In His Embrace A Second Chance Romance novel Chapter 431

"It's me," Daniel said.

Rosie froze, realizing she had blocked his number to avoid him. He must have gotten a new one.

Calling at this time meant he had received the agreement. Wasting no time, she said, "You received the papers and went through them?"

"Yeah..." Daniel sounded a bit muffled.

"Sign them and bring them with you. Then set a time to finalize it at the courthouse," Rosie said calmly.

"Rosie," Daniel called.

"Yes?" She sounded puzzled.

"Let's meet," he suggested.

"Why?" Rosie was confused. "Is there something wrong with it?"

"Yes..." Daniel said.

"Huh?" She was even more shocked. "What's wrong? I didn't ask for anything..."

"It's hard to explain over the phone. Let's talk in person." Daniel cut her off, then laughed bitterly. "Are you afraid I'll hurt you?"

Rosie fell silent—she couldn't deny that the thought had crossed her mind.

"Let's meet somewhere public," Daniel suggested. "A crowded place where you can run or call for help anytime."

She hesitated for a while before finally agreeing. "Fine, I'll choose the location."

"Sure," Daniel said.

Hanging up, Rosie frowned slightly. Daniel felt unfamiliar today—unusually calm. He reminded her of the Daniel she first met: humble, gentle, and steady. Pushing the thought aside, she made her way back to Sunshine Neighborhood.

After a shower, she saw a text from Daniel. They discussed and settled on a time and place to meet.

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Two days later, after her shift at the supermarket, Rosie hurried to the meeting spot—a beverage shop in a busy mall. With people coming and going, it wouldn't be easy for Daniel to try anything funny.

When she arrived, Daniel had been there for a while.

"Over here." He stood and waved from a window-side seat.

Rosie nodded and walked over.

Daniel handed her a drink. "Cappuccino, no ice, less sugar."

Rosie was surprised. He remembered exactly how she liked it.

"Thanks." She took a sip and looked up at him. "What's wrong with the agreement?"

"Rosie..." Daniel stared at her, hesitating before finally saying, "Can we..."

"What?" Rosie was confused. "If it's something I can do, I'll agree." But she didn't understand—she had already walked away with nothing. What more could he possibly want?

"Can we... not get a divorce?" Daniel finally blurted out.

Rosie froze. Her gaze and smile both faltered. After a long pause, she said, "I didn't hear that wrong, did I? You said not... what?"

"Not get a divorce," Daniel repeated, his face pale. He leaned across the table and took Rosie's hand. "Rosie, I don't want a divorce. Please, let's not get divorced."