Chapter 12 Simon Jones talked , but Ryder remained silent , steadily drinking .
Finally , Simon Jones , realizing hed been talking to himself , stopped .
He snatched the glass from Ryders hand .
Thats enough .
Ryder didnt protest , his fingers tracing the longevity lock .
Simon Jones sighed , trying a different tack .
Actually , I think this is for the best .
Youve resented this marriage , havent you ? You married Claire for your families , without romantic feelings .
She poured her heart out to you , and you found it burdensome .
Now shes finally moved on , pursuing her dreams .
This is good for both of you .
You treat her like a child , but shes in her twenties .
If she goes to Quantico , you should be proud .

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Just file the divorce papers after the Christmas .
Youll be free again .
You and that Autumn Sears can … I wont divorce her ! Ryders cold voice cut Simon Jones short .
Silence hung heavy in the air .
Simon Jones blinked , incredulous .
What did you say ? A faint blush touched Ryders stern face .
He seemed drunk , but his eyes were sharp , clear .
He spoke slowly , distinctly .
I wont divorce Claire .
I wont let her name be tied to another man .
CD 11:37 1.7 % < Chapter 12 Menu Simon Joness eyebrows shot up .
You … youre saying this … as her uncle … its inappropriate .
Youre worried about her , right ? No , its what you think .
I dont want to divorce her .
Simon Jones was speechless .
You … she … He fumbled for words .
You said your heart belonged to Autumn Sears , Simon Jones reminded him , referring to his earlier confession .
Ryders fingers paused on the lock .
His voice was low .
I said that if Claire hadnt been in the picture .
There were no ifs in life .
I was there , a vibrant ray of sunshine he couldnt let go of .
There was no blood relation , but hed raised me up .
He was six years older , a gap that extended beyond age to life experience .
Hed first realized this when I was eighteen .
Hed taken me to a friends wedding .
Id been captivated , chattering about the ceremony afterward .
Uncle , the bride was so pretty ! Their room was so beautiful , all red ! They slept together tonight , so theyll have a baby next year ? Uncle , when I get married , I want to decorate my room like that , even prettier ! Hed snapped at me then .
Youre too precocious .
What do you know about marriage ? Stop dreaming , Come on , its late ; I wont make you lotus seed soup if you dont hurry .
11:38 1.7 % < Chapter 12 Menu I ran , the setting sun casting a long shadow behind me .
Ryder watched , a faint smile touching his lips , then he caught up .
I quickly grew tired .
He squatted , ready to carry me on his back .
I shook my head .
I dont want a piggyback ride .
I want to be carried like the bride today in her husbands arms .
Ryders temples throbbed .
He gritted his teeth .
Dont push it ! Its not the same ! Theyre married , you … He stopped , seeing my drooping expression .
He rubbed his temples , then sighed .
Just this once .