The living room smelled of lemon polish and fresh flowers,the same scent I had chosen for our home back when "our home" still meant something. I stood by the window with my hands clasped in front of me, watching Julian pace the rug like a man preparing for battle."Elara, please sit down," he said, gesturing to the couch.I didn't move. "I'm fine standing."The front door opened, and I heard the click of heels. Julian crossed the room to greet her, and I watched as Lena stepped into my house for the first time.She was beautiful in a way that made my chest ache. Tall and slender, with hair that fell in waves past her shoulders and green eyes that sparkled with life. Her belly was round with pregnancy five months, maybe six and she carried it with the confidence of a woman who knew exactly what she was worth."Elara," Julian said, his voice smooth and careful, "this is Lena. Lena, this is my wife, Elara."Lena smiled. It was a polite smile. She looked at me the way one might look at a
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