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I spent a significant part of my life in an unhappy marriage with Caspian.
In our final moments, we exchanged harsh words, vowing never to encounter each other in another lifetime.
He blamed me for tying him down with our marriage and children, claiming it cost him his dream of becoming a singer in New York.
I resented him for neglecting his ailing parents and our kids, leaving me to shoulder the burden while he enjoyed life outside.
In our shared resentment, we were given a second chance.
When our eyes met in a crowd, we turned away without a second thought.
This time, I hope we don't look back with regret.

Broken Promises Will Not Be Fulfilled

"Why didn't you answer my calls?" Aunt Vera demanded, her expression somewhat twisted.


"Why didn't you come back to help me find Caspian?" she suddenly shouted. My parents were startled, clearly not expecting her outburst.


I, however, looked at her coldly. After being her daughter-in-law for over twenty years, I knew better than anyone her talent for acting and twisting facts.


Mom wanted to speak up but I tugged at her sleeve.


Mom hugged me, glaring at Aunt Vera, but she couldn't resist leaving a parting shot: "You can't manage your own son, and you expect Celeste to help you? What does Celeste have to do with your sons' actions? You've got the wrong person, I'm telling you!"


Once inside, Dad immediately contacted a friend and scheduled house viewings for the afternoon. If all went well, we might move the next day.


Mom and I sat on the couch, and she gently stroked my hair. "It's okay, it's okay. We'll soon be far away from them."


Chapter 4