A Gentle Rejection

Valerie thought, "That's impossible."

"Caleb, stop joking. It's not funny at all."

Valerie looked serious and said that in a cold tone.

"I'm not kidding. I am serious. I have been staying at home and thinking about it these days. I told myself I shouldn't fall in love with you, but my heart told me differently. I like you, and my feelings will not change because of your divorce or children."

"Why?