Chapter 5

The two brothers had long forgotten their apologies.

To them, losing a child seemed like a trivial matter, while comforting the weeping Megan had become their priority.

They supported her as they left the room together.

Exhausted and weak, I soon drifted off to sleep.

…

That night, when I woke up and checked my phone, I discovered that a post had been made from my X account. It read:

[I am Matthew Brosnan’s wife. The recent incident where we fell into the water was my fault, and I was the one who insisted that my husband rescue Megan. After all, she’s still young—she’s our sister, and we should protect her.]

I scrolled down, barely containing my fury.

[You’ve all misunderstood Megan. She’s not a mistress, she’s Matthew’s sister. I didn’t clarify this earlier because I’ve been unwell, but now I’m speaking out. Please don’t let this affect her life anymore. Thank you.]

I had not written any of that. There was only one person who had access to my account—Matthew.

I watched as