“I told them to leave,” he said, tears in his eyes. “And I told my mother to stay out of our marriage. I should’ve done it long ago. I see now how much I hurt you.”
My heart ached hearing him. I wanted to believe him—but love doesn’t erase pain that easily.
“A man who loves his wife must protect her peace as fiercely as he protects his home.”
Daniel nodded. “I failed that. But please, Mary—give me one more chance to do it right.”
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A House That Finally Became a Home
He returned to Austin alone, determined to prove himself.
And he did.
Within a week, the brothers were gone—back to Oklahoma with bitter hearts and empty pockets. Mrs. Thompson stopped visiting after Daniel told her firmly:
“Mary is my wife. She’s not your servant. You don’t control our home anymore.”
The words shocked her, but Daniel didn’t waver. For the first time, he stood on his own.
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