Chapter 40

Lucas neither desired to kiss Shannon nor make love to her.

Yet he was unable to control himself when it came to Chelsey.

When Chelsey wasn't around Lucas, all he could think about was her. Lucas even dreamed of her.

The dreams he had were so realistic it was nearly terrifying. It was as if Lucas and Chelsey had actually done it before.

His body reacted to Chelsey and Chelsey alone.

Maybe Lucas really did have feelings for her.

Lucas could no longer resist Chelsey after three years of experiencing her tender love and care.

He took a step back, widening the distance between him and Shannon. "We can still be friends, Shannon."

"No, I don't want to be your friend. I want to be your wife, Luke. Luke … " Shannon cried, trying to dive into Lucas' arms.

She knew if she couldn't make him stay today, she'd actually lose him for good.

Lucas stepped backward, his brows knitted together. "Don't do this, Shannon. Things between us ended three years ago."

"I don't want it to end, Luke. I