A Song of Longing
His reply was soft yet unwavering, "Linda, Jess is my wife, even if just in name. She's here. It wouldn't be right."
"I'm the one on the marriage certificate, the real wife. It makes sense for you to be with me," Linda insisted.
In the quiet of her room, Jessica's fingers tensed, and she consciously slowed her breathing to calm the storm inside.
Anthony let out a long sigh, his voice tinged with resignation. "You're Tracy's mom. Just know I'll always do right by you."
Linda's voice was a whisper, choked with tears. "Can you promise me you won't touch her while I'm staying here?"