Wendy's expression remained stern. She took a deep breath, her emotions settling into a cold resolve.
"York, betrayal comes in many forms," she said, her voice measured. "An emotional affair is still an affair."
"The moment you claimed Ann's son as your own, you sealed your fate. It was inevitable that you would lose Claudia's child, and that you would lose Claudia herself."
"Last night, your grandfather found out everything. He knows you threw away his great-grandchild for a child that isn't even yours. The shock sent him into cardiac arrest. He's in the hospital now."
"You'd be wise to divorce Claudia before he wakes up. Move in with Ann James and her son. It might be the only way you can protect them now."
...
Wendy saw Peter at the door and turned, leaving the study.
York sat on the sofa, a desolate figure on the verge of collapse. Peter watched as York's hand trembled so badly he failed to light his cigarette after several attempts. Peter walked over, took the lighter, and lit it for him.
York was silhouetted against the light, his features obscured in shadow. He took a long, hard drag from the cigarette, a thin veil of smoke clouding his eyes. After a long silence, he asked, "Are you here to tell me to get a divorce, too?"
Peter glanced at him and sat down opposite. "Claudia got rid of your child without a moment's hesitation. That should tell you everything you need to know about her resolve to divorce you. At this point, do you really need me to convince you?"
York finally lost control. "Plenty of men cheat and their families stick together!" he snapped. "All I did was give in to a weak moment and agree to claim Ann's son. I was just trying to help Ann! Why is everyone acting like I'm some kind of monster?"
He continued, his voice frantic, "I know she's proud and has a temper. Once she's recovered, I'll make it up to her. I'll cut ties with Ann completely. As long as I refuse to divorce her, we can start over. I know we can."


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