The Sound Of His Silence

Synopsis

On our wedding day, Alex Kingston was diagnosed with aphasia. He left me at the altar, saying he didn't want to hold me back. I hugged him tightly, tears streaming down my face, and promised him, "I'll love you forever, even if you never speak again." Alex was incredibly proud, and after that, he spent most of his time at home. To make ends meet and cover his medical bills, I juggled three jobs a day. Even when I was on my period, I'd be soaking my hands in freezing water, scrubbing dishes for hours, and I never uttered a single complaint. It wasn't until I passed out from a high fever that I heard him talking on the phone, his voice faint in my fevered haze. "It's been five years, Rachel. I kept my promise. "I haven't said a single word to her, I've kept my true identity from her, and I haven't spent a dime on her." "Isn't it time for that old promise to come true? Come back. I miss you so much." I knew it. On the other end of the line was his childhood sweetheart. I didn't say a word. I just booked the earliest flight I could get. It was time to end this game with Alex.