Divorced my ex, married his friend

The physician’s face twisted in outrage as he glared at Harley and me. He wasn’t just any doctor—he was someone we trusted, practically our family doctor.“Mr. Babylon, we need to talk,” he said, forcing a tense smile. “Mrs. Babylon, if you don’t mind, could you excuse us?”Embarrassed and confused, I stepped out of the office. Our daughter, Harley, is physiologically challenged, but what had he discovered that he couldn't tell me?Or is he hiding something from me? I'm her mother—I deserve to know everything about her.From beyond the closed door, I caught only a few hushed words:“Eight-year-old Harley Babylon is…”The rest faded into silence. My heart raced like wildfire, pounding loudly in my ears.A few minutes later, Richard pushed Harley’s wheelchair out of the office.“Let’s go,” he said coldly. His voice was unfamiliar—detached and void of warmth.He didn’t open the car door for me like he always did. Instead, he drove silently, passing the restaurant we had planned to visit

My mind and body were restless like a truck had run me over—sores and pain all over. I couldn't think deeply, let alone bring back memories of the past. I lay flat on the bed, glaring at Harley in her prime.I stretched my body and reached for the water next to me while Jayden was dozing off.“What should I say? How can I face Richardson in the court of law?” I sank into melancholy and disbelief, thinking of how a beautiful journey of eight years ended in just a minute.“How’s your health and condition? Harley is more concerned,” Jayden raised a brow.I took a deep breath and exhaled heavily. “I am perfectly fine now.”“You are not, Mommy. What about Daddy? I miss him. I need to see him...”I shunned Harley. “He is not your daddy anymore. You are now fatherless.” I drew my emotions closer, as much as I was also wounded. Tears stung her eyes and she began to cry. I used my small piece of handkerchief to wipe off her tears.“It’s okay, Harley. Everything will be fine.” Jayden buried her

Stunned and dumbfounded, I stood at the door glaring at Harley and Jayden. Could Jayden be this caring? He took good care of Harley like she was his own daughter—so quick to adopt her.“Mommy!” Harley shouted, clearly happy to see me after the divorce. Her hair was smoothly brushed and styled.Buntings and rosy red flowers were tossed across the walls. It looked like someone was celebrating a wedding anniversary.Could it be Brooke? Jayden’s younger brother?Jayden gave me a tight hug and warm kisses. I was astonished but couldn't show it. What’s he up to? My skin froze like I had a frostbite. Shivers went down my spine. Blushes and excitement overshadowed me, but I was too shy to reveal it.Harley’s reassuring smile held me back from asking Jayden about the impromptu event.The sitting room tiles matched the wall painting and decor perfectly. The view of his living room was breathtaking and satisfying. A few of his family members—his brother, cousins, and friends—were present. His ho

As the flight took off, my emotions became numb. Richardson sent multiple texts and calls, I ignored. Tears slid my face, as I wiped it off, overwhelmed with thoughts and mental rehearsals of how to present the situation to my parents.Anticipation surged through me, my limbs became shaky. Fear pumped in my vessels. “What has Richard told my parents? Imagining how my brother's face will look like.”None matters, I am just disturbing the peace of my mind. I can't wait to become the new heiress of my family.The plane landed, my heart beat raced like wild fire. Hearing the lub-dub sound in my ears. Passengers rushed out of the plane, i stand still like an hopeless orphan in search of lost parents.Memories flashed back, the spot Richard proposed to me Right before my family and in public at the airport. His favourite scent wafted, causing pains, it felt like thorns in my skin piercing my soul. My mind drifted to my parents, I told them I am coming home with my child. I traced the cr

Jayden’s words stuck in my mind. He challenged me with an unthinkable decision. My stomach lurched with anticipation. Thoughts keeps flowing in my mind. “What will I tell my parents?” I divorced my ex, married his friend.Series of thoughts filled my mind, how my perfect life unravels and how to reshape. It's clear in our conversation that Jayden is innocent. How did Delilah manage to do this? Now that I am in my hometown, I will have to take another test.She doesn't know anyone in Greece. Or is Harley's condition a mystery?“I will alight here.” I told the Uber driver.The water fountain recalled memories my traumatic marriage sank. I spent the rest of my twenties with a man that messed up my life. I sighted syke afar, maybe she and her husband came for holiday when she realized my marriage crashed.I owe a big apology to my little nephew, that didn't have his auntie's love. My aunt always pet and pampers me. I also have her shoulder to rest on. I exhaled deeply.My sister-in-la