As they waited for Isabel to awaken, Logan continued, “She didn’t want to hurt you. She was just lonely. She missed the affection and attention. That’s why she turned to me.”
Ethan’s heart sank. He had worked hard, believing he was doing right by focusing on their future, yet he had overlooked Isabel’s needs. Guilt mixed with a rising anger inside him.
“Why didn’t she talk to me?” Ethan whispered, more to himself than to Logan.
Logan shrugged. “Maybe she was afraid you wouldn’t understand. But she needs you now more than ever.”
Ethan took a deep breath, trying to quell the storm of emotions inside. Isabel had betrayed him, but she was still his wife. He wasn’t ready to walk away—not yet.
Suddenly, Isabel’s eyes fluttered open. She looked around in confusion before her gaze met Ethan’s.
“Ethan,” she said weakly, offering a faint smile.
Ethan stepped closer, relief flooding through him. “I’m here, Isabel,” he whispered, taking her hand. She turned her head and noticed Logan, her brow furrowing.
“Who are you?” she asked softly.
Logan smiled and smoothly replied, “I’m your husband’s colleague. I was with you during the accident.”
Isabel accepted the explanation, too disoriented to question further. Logan leaned close to Ethan, whispering, “Make her happy.” He then exited the room, leaving Ethan and Isabel alone.
As Logan’s words echoed in his mind, Ethan stood by Isabel’s side, his emotions a tangled mess of anger, guilt, and sadness. How had things become so strained between them? Could they ever mend what was broken?
Isabel looked at him, still dazed. “What happened?”
“We’ll talk later,” Ethan replied, brushing a strand of hair from her forehead. “For now, just rest. I’m here with you.”
Isabel nodded and closed her eyes, drifting into a light sleep. Ethan remained by her side, his thoughts racing. Should he confront her about Logan? Should he reveal he knew about the affair, or should he focus on rebuilding their marriage and finding a way to make things right?
Uncertainty loomed, but one truth was clear—he had been granted a second chance. A chance to be the husband Isabel needed, to be there for her in ways he hadn’t before. While the future remained uncertain, Ethan was determined to try.
As he watched Isabel sleep, he made a silent promise: no matter what had happened, they would face it together. He wouldn’t give up on her or their marriage without a fight.
What would you do if you were in Ethan’s position? Would you confront Isabel about the affair, or would you attempt to move forward without addressing it?