They were entangled.

"Go to sleep first, rest well, and regain your strength." Shawn tucked her in. "Gale, you do not want Joshua and Nicole to come back and see you like this. They'll worry about you."

Gale's resolve returned. She is a mother. If they divorced, what would happen to Joshua and Nicole? Would they have to choose between their father and mother?

"Okay, do not overthink it. Come to the study if you need anything." Shawn saw through her thoughts.

Gale nodded. Shawn squeezed her h