A World Apart

Chapter 19

Michael found it increasingly difficult to concentrate on his work in the wake of Kaitlyn’s engagement. Every time he glanced at his computer screen, a vision of her smiling face with Estefan flashed before his eyes. The once familiar office environment now felt like a prison.

Melissa had noticed the changes in her husband and the distance it had caused in their relationship. They both have been avoiding confronting the issues. Melissa knew this was all about Kailyn's engagement to Estefan, and she had masked her own emotions so she could comfort Michael and not destroy the marriage she had lobbied for. She also knows that any nagging from her will only push Michael further away from her.

One evening after Michael had returned from work as usual, he was partially ignoring her existence. She decided to approach him. As she opened their bedroom door, Melissa, sensing his distress, tried her best to offer support. “I know this is hard for you, Michael,” she said, her voice sof