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When I posted a wedding photo on Facebook without blocking Albert's old flame, Esme, the next day he brazenly advertised our wedding night on social media as if it were up for auction. After the ceremony, I found Albert in a private room of a steakhouse, phone in hand, and bantering with his friends. "A hundred grand for one night—no negotiating on that." "Albert, even if Adaline's new in town, that’s a hefty sum!" "Hefty? She's my brand-new wife! Classy goods, folks! Step up or step out!" They all erupted in laughter. "Seriously, aren't you going to be with her on your wedding night? Aren’t you worried Adaline will be upset?" "Who told her to flaunt things in front of Esme? Not marrying the woman I truly love was hard enough. Anyway, I’ve got this…" Albert waved around a strip of white pills. My phone slipped from my grasp, tears stinging my eyes. "Albert, how many likes are you getting on that wedding night stunt post?" A sly smile played across Albert's lips. "Plenty." "Aren’t you worried Adaline will catch wind and confront you?" "Heh, I’ll just pass it off