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Seven Years Broken
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At our seventh wedding anniversary dinner, I noticed something strange. My best friend, Darren Blackburn, who had always been single, had suddenly changed his profile picture to a couple’s photo. "So you’ve been hiding a girlfriend from me?" I joked with a grin. "When are you bringing her around? I should at least meet her and make sure she’s good enough for you." He just smiled and shook his head, brushing it off. "Not yet," he said. "It’s not the right time." Then Deanna Cunningham, my wife’s voice called out from the kitchen, "Babe, come help me tie my apron." I hadn’t even pushed my chair back yet when Darren was already on his feet, jogging over. He stepped behind her, wrapped his arms around her waist, and tied the apron strings for her. I froze where I stood. Seeing the look on my face, he quickly tried to explain, "I’m just used to helping out at home. My mom’s always bossing me around. It’s basically muscle memory. Don’t read into it." I didn’t argue or make a scene. I kept my expression neutral and carried on with the dinner as if nothing had happened. Only after all the guests had left did I turn to Deanna, who was clearing the table, and say calmly, "Let’s get a divorce." She slammed the dishes down with a loud crash and glared at me. "Seriously? Over something like that? Just because he tied my apron once?"
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Seven Years Broken Chapter 11
"I’ll go." I agreed calmly. "Once the time is set, send me the address and the process."The afternoon before the execution, I had the driver stop the car about 200 meters away from the prison gates, and I walked the rest of the way myself.I didn’t even bother combing my hair. I didn’t want to show up looking put-together in front of someone who was about to reach the end of her life.The prison visitation room was bare and cold with gray-white walls and a thick pane of glass dividing the middle, a metal chair on each side.I hadn’t been sitting for long before a guard brought Deanna in.She was nothing like she used to be. Her hair had turned gray. Her cheekbones jutted sharply. The woman who once carried herself with ambition and confidence, climbing higher and higher, was now nothing more than a hollow shell.I said nothing and just looked at her.She stared back at me for a long time."I’m sorry… Corey. I’m so sorry."I know saying this now doesn’t matter, but I still wan
Seven Years Broken Chapter 10
"What?"My eyes widened, a chill running through me. I never expected Deanna to do something this extreme."Corey, just forgive me, please…"As she spoke, she suddenly raised the knife and slashed it across her own arm."As long as you forgive me, I’ll do anything. I’ll give you everything the Cunningham family has left. I’ll do whatever you want. Even if it means dying, I will!"She kept talking as she dragged the blade across her arm again and again. Blood poured out, the sight horrifying.No one around us dared to speak. Only the security guards stood nearby, tense, ready to step in at any moment.I watched her spiral into madness.There was no trace of emotion in me, only disgust and a creeping sense of dread.Thankfully, it wasn’t long before the police arrived and took Deanna away.Her case went to trial quickly.The investigation confirmed that she did murder Darren. His body had been hidden in the basement of the Cunningham estate.Her actions constituted intentiona
Seven Years Broken Chapter 9
"Corey, it’s me…"The call was from Deanna. I could tell from her voice that she hadn’t slept all night."I know I was wrong. I really know I was wrong…"The Cunninghams can barely hold on anymore. The banks are demanding repayment, and all our partners have pulled out. Can you help me, just this once, for the sake of our seven years together?"I know I hurt you before, but Darren deceived me, too. I didn’t mean for any of this to happen…"Can we start over? I promise I’ll never have anything to do with Darren again. From now on, I won’t even look at another man. I’ll be completely devoted to you, I swear!"I listened to her rambling pleas. There was no pity in me, only endless disgust."Deanna, whatever we had ended a long time ago. I’m not helping you, and there’s no starting over."I hung up without another word and blocked her number.Then I called the legal department."Send the divorce papers to Deanna. Have her sign them. If she refuses, file a lawsuit immediately. I w
Seven Years Broken Chapter 8
Deanna’s body trembled. She stared at her stomach as if frozen."The child… isn’t Darren’s? How is that possible?"At her words, Darren’s face shifted in panic. He hurried to defend himself, "Deanna, don’t listen to him! The baby is mine. He’s just trying to drive a wedge between us!"I didn’t spare them another glance. I had no interest in hearing their excuses. I turned and walked straight out of the courtyard.After I left, everything inside descended into chaos.It was as if my words had snapped something in Deanna. All reason left her. She rushed up to Darren and grabbed him."Darren, tell me the truth! Is the baby yours or not? Say it!"Darren winced from her grip, but he still refused to back down. "Deanna, have you lost your mind? Of course, the baby is mine! Corey’s just jealous of us. That’s why he said that!""Jealous?" Deanna let out a cold laugh. "You think I’d still believe you?"No wonder something felt off before. You were always avoiding my calls, always insis
Seven Years Broken Chapter 4
The next day was Harold Cunningham, Deanna’s grandfather’s 80th birthday.The Cunninghams had been preparing for this celebration for a long time. Early that morning, the estate I had bought for them was already decorated from top to bottom. Streamers hung everywhere, flowers filled every corner, a
Seven Years Broken Chapter 3
"Come to think of it, Corey’s the one who’s out of his mind. Why insist on a child-free marriage for no reason?"As the people around them mocked me, Darren, who had always taken my side no matter what since we were kids, let out a scornful laugh and actually chimed in, "He’s been spoiled. That’s w
Seven Years Broken Chapter 2
I sat down heavily in my chair, staring at the table full of dirty dishes and half-finished glasses, a wave of exhaustion washing over me.Deanna and I had met and fallen in love in college. I came from a well-off family, but I had never once looked down on her for being a financially struggling st
Seven Years Broken Chapter 1
"Corey Graham, in the seven years we’ve been married, I’ve never once made you do any housework. I’ve given you everything: my whole heart, my whole world has revolved around you."And now, just because of one careless move from your best friend, Darren Blackburn, you’re making a scene about divorc
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