I never thought a single night could unravel years of carefully built trust. When my wife, Emily, and I left that birthday dinner, I was already on edge, but I had no idea what the darkness on Maple Avenue held for us. Sometimes, I wonder if fate really does have a twisted sense of humor, or if we are just the sum of all our choices, no matter how small.
I never meant to destroy my family. When I suggested a paternity test for my son, I thought I was just being practical, but now my marriage is on the rocks, my mother-in-law won’t speak to me, and I’m questioning everything I thought I knew about trust, love, and belonging. This is the story of how one moment of doubt tore apart the people I love.
I often wonder, what’s wrong with me? Some women my age are launching their own businesses, others are traveling the world, and some are nurturing their families. Meanwhile, I’m struggling to balance it all on my own.
