Chapter 5

The following month was surprisingly calm.

Michael did not come looking for me again.

Margaret called a few times, but I hung up on her each time.

My days settled into a routine.

I woke up and enjoyed the breakfast my mom prepared.

Then, I walked in the community garden.

In the afternoon, I read at home or called Charlotte to discuss the divorce.

Each night, I went to bed on time.

However, deep down, I knew this was merely the calm before the storm.

One afternoon, I was curled up with a book when my phone suddenly rang.

The…