Chapter 3

That apartment was the one I'd had my heart set on long before we got married. I'd wanted to turn it into my art studio.

I'd mentioned it to Joseph countless times—he always said "sure", but he never followed through.

So that was what it was. He'd been holding onto it for Lily this whole time.

I stared at Joseph, and he couldn't even bring himself to meet my gaze.

"Is it true?" I asked, my voice icy.

"Sophia, please, let me explain..." he stammered, sounding desperate.

"Is it true?" I pressed, sharp and unyielding.

Cornered, Joseph finally gave in.…