Chapter 4

He actually thought the kids would be fine with just me—no father, no money, nothing.

"You know what they say—better a broke mom than a rich dad. As long as kids have their mom, even thin air tastes sweet. But Emily lost her mother—even candy must taste bitter to her now."

I almost laughed at how ridiculous he sounded.

He'd say anything to keep the money for himself.

"Half the assets or no divorce," I said. "As long as we're married, I can claw back every cent you try to give away. Try me."

I wasn't bluffing. If he gave…