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My spouse Noel Seyfertt abandoned my immobilized mother at home while he ventured on a journey with Brianna Bridgers—his longtime friend and Mother's caregiver. My mother pleaded with her son-in-law for assistance, but he disregarded her completely. Upon returning from a work-related excursion, I discovered that Mother had passed away. She had suffered a fatal cardiac event while completely alone. Overwhelmed with sorrow and anger, I contacted Noel. However, he displayed no remorse—merely irritation. "I was only away for a couple of days with Rian! Are you being serious? Your mother has been bedridden for two years without dying! But

Betrayal's Timepiece, A Widow's Deadly Discovery

The individual who once brought me solace with their gentleness... has vanished forever.


I remained in my apartment for three consecutive days until my companions had to force me out. They attempted to console me and informed me that Rian had left our residence. Based on this, it seemed Noel was serious this time.


"Nellie, Noel has many positive attributes," one of them carefully suggested. "He's feeling remorseful now, so he'll certainly do his utmost to make amends. Are you absolutely certain you won't forgive him?"


I glanced at the healing wound on my hand—a reminder of when he stormed into my apartment with his associates and created chaos. I shook my head with a wry smile. "If I were to forgive him after this, what would that say about me? That I'm inhuman?"


"Mom would still be alive if it weren't for them."


They fell silent after that, exhaling heavily. "Perhaps divorce is the best option. I'm just concerned he won't leave you in peace."


Chapter 6