Seven Years of Love Seven Minutes of Truth

Chapter 5

Some wounds need to cut deep before you can truly let go. Whether it’s a husband’s betrayal or a child’s lies–sometimes you need to witness it yourself to break free.

So I went to Starlight Park as suggested.

Callum was easy to spot in his black coat–he’d always stood out in a crowd. Mila looked adorable in his arms, and Sophie, despite being in her thirties, maintained that girlish charm she was known for.

The three of them walking together drew every eye. I watched from a distance as they approached the

carousel

pointed excitedly at the horses, her face lighting up. A fellow park–goer smiled, “Is this your daughter? She’s

didn’t miss a beat: “Yes, these are my mommy

child’s betrayal cuts deeper

maternal affection. Callum finally nodded, “Yes, she’s our daughter.” He politely complimented the stranger’s child before carrying Mila

a row – Mila, Callum, and Sophie on the inside. As the ride began, Callum

years, I’d been our family photographer while he merely humored me. Now he was eagerly capturing every moment as

the carousel twisted the knife deeper in my

perfect for photos. Hand in hand, they settled in with Callum

him, but he pulled back slightly, causing her eyes to well up with hurt. He responded by

excitement, actually clapping her hands in approval.