Chapter 5

"If you really don't want to, then forget it. There's no need to be so mean," Philbert said.

After that slap, I felt utterly broken inside.

I felt completely drained, like all my energy had been sucked out of me.

I took several steps back, every word firm and unwavering. "Philbert, let's get a divorce."

There was no surprise, no anger.

He just frowned, like I was some hysterical, resentful wife.

"Pearl, stop being childish," he said.

Then he grabbed Margaret's hand and walked away without another word.

That feeling of helplessness was like punching a pillow. No matter how…