Betrayed By Husband, Stolen By Brother In Law

Melody was in a bad mood. And she had no one to blame but herself. She hadn’t needed to pick a fight with Melanie, but frustration had gotten the better of her. It had been over a week since she had seen him, and the growing silence had gnawed at her. So, she had finally decided to approach Melanie about Adam’s presence in Adir’s life.

But who could have predicted that the usually cheerful, even-tempered woman would snap? With a cold glare and an unusually sharp tone, Melanie had told her to mind her own business.

And the worst part? She had been absolutely right. According to the rules laid down by the school, Melody wasn’t even supposed to ask. It was, without question, considered overstepping.

Now, sitting with that uncomfortable truth and the sting of rejection, Melody couldn’t help but stew in her own regret as she walked to her mother’s place. And now, she was going to be stuck with mother’s inquisiton about Adam.

Maybe she should just hire an actor to pretend to be Adam. Someone charming enough to convince her mother at first glance, but who would gradually show himself to be a jerk that any mother would immediately disapprove of. Then, after a dramatic confrontation or two, she could stage a tearful breakup. Maybe even cry a little. That would put an end to the questions and the pressure once and for all. Atleast for some time.

As she slowed down, she nodded to herself. This plan wasn’t perfect, but it was starting to sound more appealing than continuing this lie..

With a sigh, she made a mental note to start looking for an actor.

For now, she had to get through this visit. She adjusted her expression and stepped into her mother’s house...only to stop short.

The place was entirely empty. Forget that there was no servant waiting on her but that... there was nothing. Not even any furniture.