Unit XXXI

For the first time in years, Ethan's snarky comment did not put Everly off she was still smiling ear to ear. Ethan knew something was wrong. She would usually throw a fit and end up crying in the bathroom for a long time.

When Ethan first retired he got into many arguments with his wife which made him almost regret his decision. A friend told him the reason his wife was sensitive was because she was entering menopause.

Ethan read up on menopause and his wife's current state was close to most of the symptoms he saw there. She was usually sweet and kind but she turned to someone who was always finding a way to complain about everything.

They entered their room after dropping Kieran off in his room. Everly marked Saturday on her phone's calendar. She dropped the phone on the huge vanity table before going to remove her makeup and change into her nightdress.

Ethan moved closer to where she dropped her phone. If he was being honest his wife's attitude that night did not make sense.

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