Chapter 210: We should get a divorce.
Theodore silently stared at her, a war going on in his heart. He, however, maintained his cold look and asked, "Why shouldn’t I doubt you? You know what is Grandpa’s situation. He is still unconscious. The doctors can’t say when he will wake up. I haven’t slept for two days. Do you even care about what I’m going through?"
Bella’s expression softened. She could see his distress. Forgetting about her pain, she approached him and reached out to hold his hand. "I know you are worried. I wanted to be there for you, but you pushed me away. You said you didn’t need me. It hurt me."
"So you went to Zack," he said with pain in his eyes.
"No." Bella tightened her grip on his hand, trying to soothe him. "It was a coincidence. He offered me a ride, and I didn’t know how to refuse."
"Humph!" Theodore snorted, pulling his hand back sharply. "You know what? I regretted being so harsh with you. I wanted to apologize, so I went looking for you. We could have dinner together. But instead, I saw you with Zack." His voice cracked as he added, "I waited for you all night, and you never came home. What should I think, Bella?"
The bitterness in his tone, the suspicion in his eyes, crushed Bella. Her composure wavered, and her heart sank under his accusation.
"I am telling the truth." Her voice faltered. "I was sad when you ignored me. I wanted to be with my friends, so I went to Bridget’s apartment. You can confirm it with her.
Theodore sneered. "Of course, your friend will back you up. She’ll say whatever you want her to say."
The sting of his mistrust pierced her deeply, widening the growing chasm of misunderstanding and doubt. Bella’s heart trembled as she realized how deeply Theodore’s distrust had rooted itself.
Bella couldn’t bear the humiliation any longer. Bridget’s warning echoed in her mind. Insecurity and distrust could ruin a relationship.
Theodore never truly loved her. It was clear now: if Theodore truly loved her, he wouldn’t let his trust waver so easily.
She nodded, realizing it was useless to explain anything. "Since you don’t trust me, there is no point in us staying together. We should get a divorce."