Chapter 5

Edward sighed and said, "It's not for Lily and me. I am talking about you and me. We're truly one as husband and wife."

I remembered he used to say the same thing back then.

He claimed marriage was the best way out, and I actually bought into his lies. That's how I ended up stuck in this miserable marriage for five years.

I shook my head and said, "Edward, we were never really 'us.' Don't expect me to speak up for you and Lily like I'm some saint.

"Just so you know, I've decided to take a job overseas.…