The Contracted Ever After (Cordelia and Ronan) novel Chapter 744

As Callum's fever finally broke, Ronan took him back home to Pearl Palms, wanting to ensure his wellbeing. Cordelia, worried for Callum, tagged along and found herself once again in Ronan’s bed that night.

Ronan couldn't hide his smug satisfaction this time.

Cordelia felt a wave of frustration wash over her. Each time she resolved to divorce him, she found herself unable to break free, ensnared more tightly in his grasp. She could see the smugness in Ronan’s eyes.

That night, Ronan's desire seemed endless, leaving Cordelia utterly exhausted. But what choice did she have? By moving back in, she had silently signaled her forgiveness, and with that, Ronan felt entitled to do as he pleased.

Cordelia admitted defeat once again.

It always starts with the man chasing the woman, taking the lead. But once vows are exchanged, the dynamics shift. For the sake of the kids, for the sake of old love, the woman often ends up staying, compromising step by step, while the man takes more and more liberties.

Ronan probably didn't see his actions as wrong, but Cordelia could never agree. No matter the situation, she believed one should never play with life so recklessly.

Ronan shared the news of Cordelia’s return to Pearl Palms with August.

August seemed pleased and advised Cordelia to make it work with Ronan. He shared some poignant words with her: "There are no absolute saints or sinners in this world. Ronan isn't a bad man; it's all about choices. He’s taken what he wants and discarded what he doesn’t. There’s no right or wrong, only determination. Cordelia, your task is to remain in his heart, to always be the one he 'chooses.'"

Cordelia wondered: Is this the secret to a happy marriage? She had thought love would be enough.

But what if Ronan’s heart changed one day? Would it mean that no matter what she did, she would no longer be the one he 'chooses'?

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