In the past, she had been very careful not to let the secret slip. However, Gale paid no heed to what others thought. Her main concern was how Shawn would react. After all, this man had a quick temper!

"Talk to Shawn about it. He'll understand. Considering all that you've been through together, he won't be quick to blame you," Mary suggested.

"He won't blame me, but..."

Indeed, he would likely take advantage of the situation to make various unreasonable demands for compensation. Gale could al