A Love Rewritten in Lavender
Seavora, Carmoria
After seven years of a long-distance marriage, I was finally transferred to Leah Lambert's city.
On Valentine's Day, I crossed Carmoria with my transfer papers, a big bouquet of roses, and a new diamond ring hidden in the bouquet.
I waited outside her office, ready to surprise her.
"Babe, where are you?"
The second she walked out, I video-called her.
I'd been counting down to this moment for years.
Her voice was as gentle as ever. "Just got off work. What's up?"
"Nothing. Just miss you. Do you miss me?"
"Of course I do."
A smile tugged at my lips.
Thinking about her reaction when she saw me, I stepped toward her.
"Really? Then turn around and—"
My voice cut out.
I froze.
Her arm was wrapped around a man in a suit.
Then she lifted her head and kissed the man.
"If it's not urgent, I'll call you when I'm free. I have something important to do right now."
She hung up.
I stood in the cold and heard the man tease, "Babe, what's so important?"
The woman I'd loved through college and seven years of marriage didn't hesitate. "Being with you."
Tears hit the roses.
I stared at the diamond ring nestled in the bouquet and let out a bitter laugh.
So that's all I am to you? Someone who only matters when it's convenient.