Beyond the Divorce

Chapter 4 The Truth Hurts

I hurried back to the bedroom and answered the call to complain, “You’re something else, huh? You left me hanging!”

“Something came up at work, so I was in a rush.” Ivanna sounded tired. “I just finished settling it. That’s why I’m calling you now. Why are you complaining? Do you think my life is as easy as yours?”

I hesitated to reply but couldn’t hold back and asked her, “Um, you mentioned seeing Matthew two days ago. Where was he? What time was it?”

This question had been bugging me all day.

Ivanna paused on the other end before she answered calmly, “Honestly, I forgot the exact location. It was just a fleeting glimpse while I was driving.”

“Oh.” For some reason, her answer left me a bit disappointed. Although my heart dropped, I unclenched my fists and realized my palms were cold and sweaty. I chuckled and wondered whether or not I wanted to prove Matthew was having an affair.

he was my everything, and I

to light up whenever I mention Matthew. Can’t you prioritize yourself more? Since

you plan on being Matthew’s accessory for the rest of your life. I think you’re becoming a fool. You

smiled awkwardly and

Will you

such a jinx! Matthew will never

you’re right. Your beloved Matthew will never sell you, but I will!” Ivanna sneered disdainfully. “The truth hurts sometimes, but you must have values. Your life shouldn’t revolve around

is stay home and do chores? Let me ask you something. Besides

and I had no time to refute.

be a

the back after slapping me. I don’t know who got on your nerves, but you’ve decided to vent it

both laughed when I said that.

I knew Ivanna always spoke her mind. Although she had mentioned similar things before, hearing them again today felt different. I didn’t know why I felt flustered

then, Matthew knocked on the door and walked in with

and said, “All right, go have your dinner.” Then she lowered her voice and advised, “Consider what I said. Take my words to heart, and don’t get blinded