Days passed without a word from him. Emily confided in her sister, Audrey, who promised that family would support her.
But later, Emily’s heart sank as she saw a photo of Tyler laughing on a beach with another woman, as if she no longer existed.
A week later, Dr. Duncan called with unexpected news. “Emily, there’s been an error in your results. You’re healthy; we just need to monitor your calcium levels.”
Relief flooded in, mixed with anger. Tyler had abandoned her when she needed him most. Not long after, her grandmother passed, leaving Emily an inheritance that offered her independence.
Right on cue, Tyler reappeared, flowers in hand, feigning regret. But Emily, now stronger, opened the door wider, inviting him to leave. “I deserve better,” she said, closing that chapter for good.