The Call

I couldn't believe what I was hearing. The name that escaped his lips hit me like a ton of bricks. Sofia. Just the sound of her name sent a wave of pain through me, twisting my heart and churning my stomach. I shouldn't have been surprised, I mean, she was the one he was talking to. But it still hurt. It always hurt. And yet, a question lingered in my mind. Why did they broke up together?

I'm completely perplexed by this situation and I'm desperately seeking answers to understand the reason behind it. All I could think about is that they were married when I departed. If only they were, then our failed divorce wouldn't be causing me so much trouble. Or perhaps it's solely because our divorce didn't work out?

Now, here I was, trapped in this loveless marriage with Marcus. It felt like a cruel twist of fate.

I tried to shake off the emotions, reminding myself that I was marrying Elijah. That was all that mattered. We were happy and in love, and that should be enough. But deep down, I cou