When Lisa’s husband suggests a month-long separation to “reignite their relationship,” she reluctantly agrees until a neighbor’s frantic call reveals a shocking betrayal. Rushing home, Lisa discovers that a woman has made herself very much at home in their place. This betrayal leaves Lisa determined to reclaim her life.
When Derek suggested we live apart for a month to “reignite our relationship,” I thought it was one of those modern trends couples try when they’re struggling but don’t want to admit it. He spun it like a grand idea, claiming it would help us reconnect and appreciate each other more. “You’ll see,” he said, grinning over his coffee one morning.
“It’ll be like dating all over again. You’ll miss me. I’ll miss you.
And when the month’s over, it’ll be like a fresh start.”
I didn’t love the idea. What wife would? But Derek was insistent.
He seemed so sure this was for the best, so I packed a bag, moved into a short-term rental across town, and told myself it would be fine. The first week was awkward and lonely. Derek barely called or texted but chalked it up to the fact that he was “enjoying the space” and focused on staying busy.
I even started looking forward to what he’d called “our big reunion, Lisa.”
One day, I invited my sister, Penelope, over. “Are you sure about this, Lisa?” she asked as she poured herself a glass of wine. “I mean, it’s a bit sketchy.”
“I know,” I agreed, putting together a charcuterie board.
“But whenever I showed any resistance, Derek would lose his mind. So, I figured that it was something he needed to do.”
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