A Little Thing Like That
"Carrie, if someone can hurt another person that deeply without paying any price, then what cost is there to making mistakes? I've endured until today. I don't want to gamble another three years. If you won't sign the divorce agreement, then we'll settle it in court."
The redness at the corners of her eyes deepened.
With trembling hands, she signed her name.
Just as I was about to stand and leave, she grabbed my hand, her voice pleading.
"I'm begging you… don't treat me like this…"
Before I could respond, a slender hand pried her fingers away.
"Well, if it isn't the ex-wife. Now that you're bankrupt, you finally know to come begging?"
Victoria let out a cold laugh.
"Truly shameless. Today, I