Chapter 15 - Becoming Emily CarterEmily returned to work.
She had once been an event coordinator.
Now she pursued a full-time position.
Denise believed in her.
Emily got the job.
Her first paycheck felt like freedom.
She rented a small townhouse near Noah's school.
The kitchen was tiny.
The carpet was worn.
The bathroom tile was ugly.
Emily loved it.
Nobody had ever hurt her there.
Noah chose his room.
“Can Dad come here someday?”
“If the court allows it.”
“Grandma?”
“No.”
“Then I like it.”
For the first time, Emily had a home that was not a battlefield.
It was small.
May you like
It was imperfect.
It was hers.
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Chapter 16 - The ConsequencesLinda served time.
Chapter 17 - A New LifeEmily changed her email signature.
Chapter 18 - The HouseThe marital house was sold.
Chapter 19 - Ordinary DaysMonths passed.
Chapter 20 - The GalaEmily's career flourished.
Chapter 21 - Linda ReturnsLinda moved closer to Charlotte.
