Without a further reply from him there was nothing to correct her newfound realization that he'd rather she leave. Leaning heavily against the closed door, Jo released a few shaking breaths and wiped the few tears from her eyes. Zach now found the situation complicated enough that he resented her presence. Bloody hell. How were they going to manage this now?

Naturally, Ilona startled when Jo lifted her to her chest and her cries were likely heard throughout the entire cottage. Jo swiftly collected the rest of their belongings and made her way to the floo. Perhaps tomorrow things would be better.

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