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,

mention Matthew. Can’t you prioritize yourself more? Since Ava is already in

becoming a fool. You seem completely disconnected from the outside world because Matthew

and sighed.

Your life revolves around him, and whatever he says goes. Will

you’re such a jinx! Matthew will never sell me!” I

but you must have values. Your life shouldn’t revolve around being a housewife and

How can you keep his interest if all you do is stay home and do chores? Let me ask you something.

babbled, and I had no time

confident and radiant self again. You used to be a top student, my superstar! I just think it’s a shame to see you wasting your time,

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

both laughed when I

today felt different. I

Matthew knocked on the door and walked in with a

Then she lowered her voice and advised, “Consider what I said. Take my