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Our entire clan was set to embark on a group holiday, but when Mallory, my spouse's longtime companion, caught wind of our plans, she begged to tag along. Without hesitation, Henry revoked my flight reservation and handed it to her instead, leaving me with a cramped seat on a 36-hour train journey.
I glanced at my husband's parents, and to my astonishment, they all backed his choice. So, I reluctantly accepted the arrangement—I took the train ticket and headed westward. I ended up staying away for a quarter of a year, throwing the whole family into disarray.

Betrayed by Love, A 36-Hour Train Ride to Redemption

I retracted my hand. "Let's skip the pointless chatter. Just put your signature on the divorce papers so we can part ways amicably."


His mother prodded him. "Didn't you purchase a present for Camille? Quick, hand it over!"


Henry suddenly recalled and rushed inside, emerging with a sizable shopping bag.


"Camille, isn't this the handbag you've always desired? I obtained it for you. Father even dipped into his pension fund to assist me in buying it!" he said proudly.


I examined it briefly, immediately noticing its inferior quality—barely a passable imitation, clearly from a street market.


"Henry, you were prepared to spend fifty grand on a luxury bag for Mallory, but for me, you picked up a counterfeit from a street seller? If you're going to pretend, at least invest in a convincing copy. Did you honestly think I wouldn't spot how fake this is?" I scoffed.


His face flushed. "It's genuine! I bought it from the official boutique, and I have proof of purchase!"


Chapter 7