CHAPTER 167

  I had so many bad thoughts running around in my head. How many times had he fucked her Had he done it before with different girls Those nights back home when he was hurting, was he out screwing other girls How many times had he cheated Or was this the first

  “Only you can make the choice, sweetie. I wish I could help more, but I can’t make your decision for you,” she said softly, “It isn’t going to be easy because I know how much you love him, but you need to do what is right for you.”

  I didn’t know what was right for me. I couldn’t imagine my life without Ryland, but at the same time, I didn’t want to spend my life worrying and wondering if he would do such a thing again. That was not how I wanted to live.

  “I think you need to call him, Gracie, but I will be right there with you.” I nodded, getting up from the floor with Lola’s help. My entire body felt weak, and I was drained — mentally and physically.