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.

must admit he was my everything, and I feared losing

I mention Matthew. Can’t you prioritize yourself more? Since Ava is already in kindergarten, you should do something

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

smiled awkwardly and sighed. “Matthew

this, Matthew said that. Was I wrong to say you’re obsessed with him? Your life revolves around him, and whatever he says goes. Will you jump off

will never sell

never sell you, but I will!” Ivanna sneered disdainfully. “The truth hurts sometimes, but you must have values. Your life shouldn’t revolve around being a housewife and doing chores. That’s not love. That’s being

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

I had no time

and radiant self again. You used to be a top student, my superstar! I just think it’s a shame to

I don’t know who got on

both laughed when I

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

on the door and walked in with

she lowered her voice and advised, “Consider what I said. Take my words to heart, and don’t