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A severe storm brought the city to a standstill, leaving me stranded in an elevator for the entire night. Despite my best efforts, I couldn't reach my spouse Jack Stirke on his mobile.
As my fear of enclosed spaces nearly overwhelmed me, my phone suddenly displayed a message from Jack: "Swamped at the moment, talk to you soon."
Trembling, I attempted to dial emergency services but accidentally glimpsed a social media update from Jack's subordinate, Lily Casley: "My supervisor arrives at my beck and call. How fortunate I am~" with Jack mentioned.
In the past, I would have been furious.
This time, however, I simply removed both of them from my contacts and social media, then called for assistance.
I arrived home looking disheveled and left the separation documents without uttering a word. Meanwhile, Jack was desperately searching for me everywhere.
He was begging on his knees, saying, "Jen, I'll do whatever it takes to earn your forgiveness!"
I merely chuckled and replied, "Then end your life."

Stranded in Betrayal, A Night of Truth and Storms

At the office, I received an unexpected call from a courier.


Confused, I accepted a parcel I hadn't purchased.


Inside the package, I discovered an assortment of foods meant to ease an upset stomach.


My phone chimed with a message from Jack.


"Jen, I know I messed up badly. I can't undo what's done or erase the hurt I've caused. But I promise to do better from now on. Would you consider giving our relationship another try?"


"I'm willing to do whatever it takes—please find it in your heart to forgive me."


His relentless pleas had finally started to break down my resolve.


I thought back to times when I'd been ill and longed for Jack to prepare some soup, but he'd always refuse.


He'd even state that cooking wasn't a man's responsibility, only to later meticulously prepare calorie-counted meals for Lily.


She'd share online, gushing, "My amazing boss brought the most delicious midnight snack. You're the best, boss~"


Chapter 14