A New Beginning
“The old me always tolerated and compromised, but the new me will never again.”
That night, James started changing his tactics. He appeared in my life as a suitor, sending flowers and gifts, each day different from the last.
At first, it was bouquets and handmade chocolates. Later, he sent gifts related to hobbies I had mentioned in passing. His intention was obvious—he was trying to win me over and re-enter my life.
“Tess,” he said, standing in front of me, shameless. “Since you said we’re no longer married, and you’re single now, I have the right to pursue you, don’t I?”