My Husband Left Me Behind for a Maui Vacation With His Lover — When He Came Home, My Quiet Revenge Was Waiting

“So the house started as yours,” she said. “Then his share was added later. Do you still have the renovation contracts and receipts?”

“In a box in the closet. I keep everything,” I replied.

“Good. Next, we need a picture of his finances. His income, his spending, any big transfers.”

I sighed. “His office is always locked. He says he stores sensitive files there. There’s an emergency key in the laundry room. I’ve never used it. We promised to respect each other’s privacy.”

Renee held my gaze. “He’s excluding you from trips, keeping money hidden, and using your home like it’s his personal asset. You’re not snooping. You’re protecting your future.”

After she left, I stood in front of the office door, the small silver key warm in my hand. My heart pounded as if I were doing something terrible.

The lock turned with a single loud click.

Inside, everything was orderly. Law books lined the shelves. Framed photos on the wall showed Nolan with his parents on various vacations. Only a couple included me, small and tucked off to the side.

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