(ALICE)
Darian's expression instantly changes. "I already told you—"
"And I told you that it doesn't change anything. You cannot erase the past. You cannot erase what I went through. Look, the only reason I let you come here is so that you can spend some time with Mira and get to know her."
"I'm divorcing Wi—"
"I know," I say softly. "And I will be honest with you. For Mira's sake, I'm happy you're doing that. And for your sake, I hope you find someone you can actually love. But I don't have any love left to give, Darian. You were the first man who let me believe in love. And whatever your intentions were, you crushed those fragile feelings into dust. I can't control my heart. I can only tell you how I feel, and I will never trust another man again. So be content with your daughter and find a woman who will make you happy. It will never be me, though."
