Chapter 7

On our eighth wedding anniversary, Fletcher said he'd take me on a trip to see the Northern Lights.

I didn't refuse. I just wanted to be with him, even if the Aurora wasn't what I wanted to see, but rather a promise from his youth with Jade.

Seeing Jade again, looking at the necklace on her neck and the ring on her finger, it suddenly dawned on me.

All these years, they had actually been in contact.

All these years, the gifts Fletcher bought and the surprises he planned were all for Jade.

I was merely her shadow.

Now, I've finally let go completely.

"Fletcher, now that Jade is carrying your child, I'll step aside for you two."

I pulled out the divorce papers, about to hand them to Fletcher, when suddenly there was a commotion in the hallway.

Then a nurse burst through the door.

"Who's here for Jade?"

The room fell dead silent, several pairs of eyes fixed on Fletcher.

Under everyone's scrutiny, he reluctantly spoke up, his voice strained.

"I... I'm her friend..."