Then Elon said something that hurt more than I thought possible.
**“I can barely stand being around Maddie anymore.”**
Sierra laughed softly.
And my husband continued.
“I don’t love her the way I used to. Honestly, sometimes I think I hate her.”
I couldn’t breathe.
Then came the sentence that changed everything.
**“I’ll divorce her. And when it’s over, I’ll marry you.”**
I heard them exchange another affectionate remark.
Then I ended the call.
I stood in the nursery, staring at the dark screen.
My reflection looked unfamiliar.
My hair was twisted into a messy clip.
There was a milk stain on my shirt.
Dark circles rested beneath my eyes.
I hadn’t slept properly in weeks.
And I suddenly wondered when I’d become someone my own husband couldn’t stand.
Then Sophie made a small hungry sound.
I looked at her.
Her eyes were closed.
