chapter one hundred and forty-seven

pov lily

The morning begins with me waking up early, but by my side in bed, I realize that Tyler has already left for work. A sense of loneliness envelops me, and I wonder if the gap between us is deepening more and more.

Emma offers to accompany me to the session with the psychologist at the clinic, and I agree, seeking some support to face my own demons. The therapy is intense, and when I leave, it feels like my inner self has been through a storm, but somehow, I feel lighter.

On the way back, we decide to stop at the grocery store to buy some essential items. We are keeping ourselves busy, trying to set aside the dark clouds that hang over our heads.

While we are selecting products on the shelves, my phone rings. It's Tyler. He asks me to go back home and take care of the babies because he will be late at work and won't be able to come back today.

I feel sad about the news, but something in his voice makes me suspicious. When I get home, I find a surprise: the house is dark and sil