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Jeffrey sat relaxed on the sofa, still wearing the custom gray suit from that morning’s divorce. proceedings. His

manner seemed casually detached as he made light conversation with the doctor, showing no apparent effect

from the recent split.

When Rebecca entered the room, Jeffrey’s eyes lifted to meet hers.

Rebecca's hands clenched unconsciously at her sides, her eyes revealing clear distaste and resentment.

“You've arrived, Ms. Jensen,” the doctor, Timothy Johnson, greeted simply.

She averted her gaze and replied quietly, “Hello, Dr. Johnson.

“As we discussed on the phone, here is the monthly payment schedule. Please review it, and if everything

appears correct, complete your information and sign at the bottom,” Timothy explained while handing her the

form.

Rebecca accepted the document, and her heart sank as her eyes fell on the amount-hundreds of thousands due

every single month.

If her father hadn't taken her pre-marital assets, she might have managed the payments for a few months. But

now, with nothing left, covering such a significant expense seemed nearly impossible.

“If the cost presents a burden, you may choose from one of these alternative plans,” Timothy offered, noticing

her hesitation as he presented another set of documents.

While the new treatment plan was considerably cheaper than the current one, it still cost tens of thousands of

dollars each month.

When Timothy noticed she was still carefully reviewing the documents, his eyes instinctively moved toward

Jeffrey.

Jeffrey responded with an almost imperceptible nod that Timothy immediately understood.

“Take your tlooking through those options,” Timothy said as he stood up, slipping his phone into his pocket.

“I need to check on another patient. If none of those plans work for you, we can discuss alternatives when |

return.”

Rebecca remained completely focused on the treatment plans before her. “Alright,” she responded quietly.

Timothy left promptly, making sure to close the door behind him as he exited.

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With only Rebecca and Jeffrey remaining in the office, the silence becso profound that even the slightest

sound would have been noticeable.

“No matter how intently you study those documents,” Jeffrey began, his tone maintaining its characteristic

casual detachment, “your financial resources will never be sufficient to cover your

mother’s extensive medical expenses.”

A surge of anger rushed through Rebecca as she turned a furious glare toward him.

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“Not to mention you'll have to find a new place to live and provide for Samuel,” Jeffrey added.

Rebecca stared directly at him and asked, “What exactly are you suggesting?”

“I'm willing to consider this divorce as nothing more than a temporary outburst,” Jeffrey said as he stood up and

approached her. “If you never bring it up again, I'll continue covering your mother’s expenses, and you can

remain as my wife.”

“What about Andrea?” Rebecca questioned.

“The two of you won't have to interact,” Jeffrey stated calmly. “If her presence bothers you, | can. ensure she

stays completely out of your life!

“How thoughtful of you,” Rebecca replied, her voice dripping with sarcasm.

“You know what choice makes the most sense for you, Jeffrey continued, ignoring her sarcasm as if negotiating a

business deal. “Someone who's grown accustomed to luxury understands how difficult it is to return to

simplicity.”

Rebecca understood perfectly well-she had never experienced true hardship throughout her entire

life.

Before her family’s downfall, Rebecca had never once worried about money. The crisis struck so suddenly that

she barely had tto process what was happening before Jeffrey stepped in and

married her.

He gave her credit cards with no spending limit, so money was the least of her worries.

Even if Jeffrey were with Andrea, it wouldn't mean he’d treat Rebecca any worse. He'd still give her everything

she wanted and care for her with the sdevotion as always-so in his mind, she really

had no reason not to be content.

But to Rebecca, life wasn’t just about money-pride and dignity mattered, too.

“Pride and dignity don’t pay the bills,” Jeffrey said, his voice cutting through her defenses. “The world.

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out there isn’t nearly as forgiving as you imagine. In your position? Without me, you wouldn't survive

a week,”

“Don’t bother pretending to care,” Rebecca retorted. “Worry about yourself.”

“Rebecca,” Jeffrey pressed, unable to understand why she was being so stubborn.

“If there's nothing else, Mr. Hanson, you should go. The doctor and | have things to discuss,” Rebecca said, her

tone colder than ever. “I don’t have tfor your condescending advice.”

Jeffrey didn’t get angry. Instead, he just continued watching her,

Under his persistent gaze, Rebecca’s defenses slowly began to weaken.

She clenched the papers in her hand and forced herself to maintain eye contact, determined to win this silent

battle of wills despite the pressure.

“You have one minute to make your decision,” Jeffrey said with deliberate calmness. “If you agree within that

time, I'll forget this ever happened. After that, you'll be nothing to me, and even if you cbegging, | likely

won't care.”

Rebecca turned to look out the window, her silent action serving as his answer.

Jeffrey didn’t extend his stay beyond the the had set and left immediately when texpired.

He considered her behavior ungrateful, believing that sometimes people needed to learn through hardship to

recognize who genuinely cared for them.

The door slammed shut with a loud bang that made Rebecca's heart jump in her chest.

She never thought their love needed to be passionate. To her, it was something deeper and more. constant.

Now, that certainty was gone, and doubt crept in..

She was still lost in thought about her marriage when Timothy entered the room.

Before he could say a word, Rebecca composed herself and spoke up first. “Dr. Johnson, I'll take this information

home, to think it over before giving you my answer. Is that acceptable?”

“Certainly,” Timothy responded promptly. “Though we would appreciate your decision relatively soon, preferably

about ten days before the payment deadline.”

“Understood, thank you,” Rebecca replied. Then she took the treatment plan with her and walked

out,

She decided her first step should be to search for employment. If she could secure a position with

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of anything unfortunate happening to her was unbearable.

Lost in these thoughts, Rebecca left the hospital and began her journey home.

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“It’s fine,” Jeffrey responded in a low voice.

Andrea bit her lip nervously. “But...”

“She will be moving out soon,” Jeffrey reassured her. “After that, this will be your home.”

Andrea gazed up at him, their eyes locking in such an intense connection that they remained completely

unaware of Rebecca's return,