Beyond the Divorce by Third Blossom

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.

admit he was my everything, and I feared losing

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

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

awkwardly and sighed. “Matthew said…”

whatever he says goes. Will you

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

sneered disdainfully. “The truth hurts sometimes, but you must have values. Your life shouldn’t revolve around

about you. How can you keep his interest if all you do is stay home and do chores? Let me ask you something. Besides your child and husband, do you even know who you

and I had no time

her tone. “Chloe, I want to see your confident and radiant self again. You used to be a top student, my superstar! I just think it’s

like giving me a pat on the back after slapping me. I don’t know who

laughed when I said that.

them again today felt different. I didn’t know why I felt flustered and wondered if Ivanna was trying to imply

then, Matthew knocked on the door and walked in with a gentle

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

that, she hung