30 Days Till I Divorce My Husband novel Chapter 299

Bryce's sudden earnestness caught Erik off guard, stirring a mix of emotions within her. She hadn't even considered such matters!

Looking Bryce in the eye, she tried to let him down gently, "Bryce, don't overthink this, okay? Marriage is a big deal, and we should both take some time to really think it over." She paused before adding, "Besides, it's not like it's the end of the world. We can pretend like nothing happened."

Erik's voice was barely above a whisper as she finished her sentence.

Bryce couldn't help but laugh, though it was clear he was frustrated. "Pretend nothing happened? How can we just ignore that last night was a first for both of us? You think you won't remember this every time you see me? That there won't be any awkwardness?"

"And what, if someday I marry someone else, you're going to be okay with that?"

Seeing Erik's complexion change with his words, Bryce quickly softened, trying to comfort her, "Look, I get it. It was unexpected for both of us. I'm not asking you to decide anything now. Just take some time to think it over."

"But remember, I'm willing to take responsibility. There's no need for embarrassment. And besides, who else to marry but someone you know inside out? It's not like it would be worse than anyone else."

Bryce's earnestness made it hard for Erik to admit that there was no spark between them, that last night was a fluke, something that might not even happen again under normal circumstances.

What good would a marriage be under those terms?

But understanding Bryce's intention to stand by her gave Erik some comfort, so she left it at that, promising to think things over.

The ride back was silent, each lost in their own thoughts.

Back in her room, Erik felt overwhelmed. How could she face Bryce again without feeling utterly embarrassed?

Yet, recalling Bryce's gentlemanly behavior, especially his solo efforts at the hospital, offered her a sliver of solace. At least he wasn't the type to hit and run.

For the next day, Erik couldn't shake off the events, despite her cool exterior and short hair aimed to make her appear tougher, less approachable.

The awkwardness led them to avoid each other for days, with Erik going so far as to not even leave her house, only remembering to take emergency contraception the night after, which she had to order online.

This had to be one of the most embarrassing moments of her life.

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