But doubts had begun to seep into my mind. The nagging feeling that Marcus might have been right started to take hold. I knew I had to confront Elijah and seek some answers.I hurried to the hospital where Elijah was recovering from a car accident. Stepping into his room, a rush of emotions overwhelmed me. Seeing him lying there, pale and battered, brought back a flood of memories from our past. It was hard to fathom that this man could betray me.Our eyes met, and I could sense the guilt and fear in his gaze. He tried to speak, but I couldn't bear to face the situation any longer. I fled from the room, unable to confront him.I found solace in the hospital garden, attempting to make sense of the chaos unfolding around me. Caught between my ex-husband and my fiancé, I struggled to determine who to trust. It felt as though I was being pulled in conflicting directions.Lost in my thoughts, I suddenly heard footsteps approaching. I glanced up to find Marcus standing before me, a deep fro

What is that?" I inquired."He mentioned to avoid conversing with Marcus unless absolutely necessary or about Marco," he informed.I understood the difficulty of the request, but I agreed to honor it for Elijah. I didn't want anything to jeopardize our relationship. Sitting beside him, I felt a pang of guilt. It would be challenging to avoid Marcus, especially since we had a child together.However, I recognized that Elijah's plea stemmed from a place of love and concern. He simply wanted to shield us from any potential conflict. Observing Elijah's anxious expression, I empathized with the hardships he had endured, particularly after his recent accident.I was committed to doing all I could to uplift his spirits."Rest assured, I'll make sure to limit my interactions with Marcus," I assured him, placing a tender kiss on his forehead.Elijah beamed and pulled me nearer. I felt his warmth and love surrounding me."Thank you, Samantha. You have no idea how much this means to me," he conv

I glanced at Marcus, sensing the tension between us. Despite sitting at opposite ends of the couch, the unspoken emotions lingered in the air. It was clear that we both felt it, but for the sake of our son's happiness, we chose to push it aside.As we discussed our son's upcoming birthday plans, my mind wandered to the past, to the hurt and betrayal. Elijah's affair with Hannah still haunted me, but I knew I had to focus on the present. With a forced smile, I agreed to Marcus' suggestions."Sounds like a wonderful idea," I replied, trying to mask my inner turmoil. However, Marcus saw through my facade."Samantha, are you really okay? You seem distant," he inquired, his eyes filled with concern.I inhaled deeply, forcing a smile onto my face. "I'm alright. Just a bit exhausted," I fibbed. I didn't want to burden him with my own troubles.However, Marcus remained unconvinced. "I know you too well, Samantha. Something is troubling you. Please, don't shut Elijah out. I understand it's dif

As we wandered hand in hand, the park unfolded its wonders before us. The vibrant colors of the flowers and the lush greenery created a mesmerizing scene. Laughter filled the air, lifting our spirits with its carefree melody. The scent of fresh grass and blooming roses enveloped us, awakening our senses.Marco and I found ourselves at the playground, greeted by swings and slides beckoning us to play. With childlike glee, we took turns on the swings, feeling the wind dance around us. The feeling of weightlessness brought back memories of carefree days, filling us with happiness.Moving on to the slide, we eagerly climbed up, hearts racing with anticipation. From the top, the world seemed to open up before us, inviting us to explore its wonders."Ready for an adventure,mom?" Marco asked mischievously."Absolutely," I whispered, excitement bubbling within me.As we played, I couldn't help but marvel at how much he had grown and how swiftly time was slipping away."Mommy, can we go on the

As Marco dashed off to join his friends, a surge of pride and happiness washed over me. It was bittersweet to see him growing up so quickly, moments like these were ones I wished could last forever.Suddenly, my phone rang, breaking my reverie. Glancing at the caller ID, my heart dropped when I saw it was the company calling. I had a sinking feeling that this call wouldn't bring good news."Hello?" I answered tentatively."Hello, Ms. Samantha. This is Sarah, your secretary. I apologize for disturbing you on your day off, but I have some urgent information to share," Sarah's voice was filled with tension and concern."What is it, Sarah?" I inquired, my mind racing with the potential problems that could have arisen at work.I was taken aback by the news Sarah delivered. Elijah, my fiancé, had decided to resign and focus on his own business ventures. The nerve of him to leave my company after everything we had been through. He was a valuable employee, and now he was just walking away.Ta