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The Price of Abandonment
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My husband and I go on a road trip back to my hometown before Christmas. I want to ride shotgun, but he chases me to the backseat so his female colleague can sit in front. He says, "Isabel gets carsick easily. You are my wife, so you should be more considerate of her." He seems to have forgotten that I'm pregnant—my morning sickness is at its peak. Halfway through the journey, he and Isabel Slater start smoking. They make me throw up. The smell disgusts them, and my husband wants to teach me a lesson. He and Isabel leave me at the rest stop. Unbeknownst to them, my family is already waiting there. This time, I'm going back with them and getting an abortion and divorce. Later, my husband is filled with regret when he learns the child is gone.
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The Price of Abandonment Chapter 9
As Christmas drew to a close, I informed Mom and Dad of my decision to move back home. Having always worked as a freelancer, I'd followed Elias to his city after we got together.With no friends or family there, my life had largely revolved around him. Now, I simply wanted to stay close to Mom and Dad and spend meaningful time with them.However, I still had some important possessions left behind in my old home, so I needed to make the trip back.As soon as I arrived in my former city by train, I headed straight to a lawyer to have the divorce agreement drafted. Ending my marriage with Elias was the main reason for my visit.When I reached home and opened the door, I found Elias in the kitchen, wearing an apron and cooking. The sound of the door drew him out, and he hurried over, beaming with excitement."Renee! You're back! I heard you were coming, so I dropped everything and got on the earliest flight to surprise you. Go wash your hands. Dinner's ready, and I made all your favor
The Price of Abandonment Chapter 8
Elias glanced at the screen, then squeezed his eyes shut. He tightened his fists, guilt written all over his face."W-We were drunk, and it just happened. I never wanted this, Renee. I'll fix everything, I promise. Just give me another chance. I swear it'll never happen again," he said.I shook my head. "It's too late, Elias. I can't trust you anymore."He collapsed to the floor, his sobs echoing under the weight of the onlookers' stares. Dad delivered a swift kick before following me into the ward.Even then, Elias refused to let go, shouting after me, "Renee! Just give me time—I'll fix this!""Once a cheater, always a cheater," muttered a young nurse standing by my bed.I smiled and whispered back, "Exactly. A betrayer's heart is already rotten to the core."While I was in the hospital, Elias would sneak in late at night after Mom and Dad had fallen asleep. He'd quietly leave gifts on the bedside table—flowers, necklaces, expensive handbags.He hadn't given me anything in yea
The Price of Abandonment Chapter 7
In my chat history with Isabel, there was a voice message where she sounded smug and victorious. "Do you believe me, Renee? All it takes is one word from me, and Elias will leave you stranded at the rest area."There was also a text from last night dripping with arrogance. "Last time wasn't enough. This time, I'll make sure you understand who Elias truly cares about."It was obvious she had won. Still, I didn't feel the slightest regret about letting go of a scumbag like Elias. I pressed the call button on the panel by my hospital bed.When the nurse arrived, I told her, "Let's move forward with the abortion."Elias never returned—not even by the time I was wheeled into surgery.Meanwhile, Isabel posted on Instagram. It was a photo of two hands clasped tightly together—one of them with a mole I recognized instantly. It was Elias' hand.The caption read, "I'm your unwavering choice and the love you're not afraid to show."I quietly tapped the like button, then switched off my pho
The Price of Abandonment Chapter 6
Elias' face drained of color, his expression wounded. "Don't say such horrible things, Renee. You'll ruin our bond as husband and wife.""Is there even anything left to ruin?" I shot back with a sneer. "Your connection with Isabel seems far stronger now, doesn't it?""You're just jealous of Isabel. She's nothing more than a colleague. There's absolutely nothing between us," Elias explained.I met his lies with silence, my scornful gaze boring into him. He had no clue that my phone held countless photos of him in bed with Isabel—pictures she had purposely sent to provoke me.It wasn't just emotional betrayal. He had crossed the line physically as well. I, Renee Gladney, would never lower myself to stay with a man as filthy as him.Since I wasn't responding, Elias continued, "Isabel said she's willing to explain everything to you in person tomorrow. Just apologize when you meet her, and we can put this whole mess behind us. You're my wife. There's no reason to make things hard for h
The Price of Abandonment Chapter 5
After Elias got everyone into the car, he drove to the most secluded corner of the rest area, where they had a clear view of the main entrance.Taking out his phone, he smiled and said, "Now we'll wait for Renee to call.""Don't answer right away when she calls, Elias," Isabel said. "Let her try a few times first. That will make sure she knows she was wrong."Elias gave her a soft smile. "Alright, I'll do as you say.""Honestly, I think you two make a great pair," Hubert chimed in from the back seat.Isabel no longer bothered to hide her feelings since I wasn't there. She blushed and playfully chided, "You know you can't say things like that, Hubert!"At the same time, her hand unconsciously rested on top of Elias', which lay between the seats.Elias held her hand, noticing how soft it was—much softer than my hands, roughened by years of work.Hubert and Walter shared an amused glance at what they saw. The four of them bantered back and forth, waiting for me to come crawling to
The Price of Abandonment Chapter 4
The smoke was rising from all around, stinging my nose with its foul odor. The tight, suffocating space made it unbearable, and I couldn't hold it in any longer. I pulled out a bag from my purse and threw up. The sound of my gagging and the stench of vomit made everyone's faces twist in horror."Ugh! Keep that away from me!" Walter shrieked."Yikes, that reeks. I'm going to hurl," Isabel groaned.Elias' voice rose in panic. "Don't even think about puking in my car, Renee!"But it was too late. Some of it splattered out of the bag despite my best efforts.The violent heaving left tears streaming down my cheeks, but strangely, I felt a twisted sense of satisfaction. I turned their stomachs and didn't have to fight the urge to throw up anymore.After vomiting, I wiped my mouth with a tissue and rasped, "I told you I get morning sickness easily. Please bear with me."Since we were on the highway, we couldn't leave the windows open for too long. The sharp, sour stench lingered in t
The Price of Abandonment Chapter 3
Elias caught sight of me fiddling with my phone through the rearview mirror."Seriously, Renee?" His voice rose with irritation. "You're playing with your phone right now? Apologize to Isabel!""It's fine, Elias. Renee didn't do it on purpose," Isabel said, her voice heavy with tears."I'm not apologizing, Elias," I replied icily."Renee! Don't make me stop this car and toss you out on the highway," Elias threatened.I met his eyes without flinching.Walter interjected before the tension could escalate further, "Watch the road, Elias. You don't want to lose points on your license."Only then did Elias rein in his anger. "Fine. But we're not done. I'll deal with you when we get home."I looked away, closing my eyes as I forced back tears. Whatever feelings I had for Elias were wearing thin. My silence left the air heavy, and no one else knew how to break it.After a while, Elias seemed to calm himself, his voice softening. "We're all friends here, Renee, and this trip is going
The Price of Abandonment Chapter 2
My stomach churned with the weight of my low spirits. I feared I might actually throw up, so I closed my eyes, hoping sleep would take over and ease the nausea.The rest, however, were bored and began playing "Song Quiz". They cranked the volume up so high that the noise made it impossible for me to sleep.I was drifting into a light sleep when Walter's shout for the answer jerked me awake again. "Mistaken Love! Mistaken Love! That's five points for me!"His laughter boomed.When he turned and saw the displeasure on my face, he stuttered, "R-Renee, do you want to join us?""Don't bother," Elias said. "She's such a buzzkill. Having her in the game would just ruin the vibe."This was the same guy who had fallen for me at first sight when we met at a college club event. I was the most energetic person there, and he told me that my cheerful personality was what drew him in.But now, he didn't think twice about making me feel small to spare his colleague's feelings."What was it abo
The Price of Abandonment Chapter 1
This year, my husband, Elias Alston, and I had planned to drive back to our hometown to celebrate Christmas.He left the house early this morning, and I figured he was out picking up some local specialties. But when I opened the passenger door, I was stunned to find a woman already sitting there.I knew her from Elias' Instagram posts. She was in his department, and I believed her name was Isabel Slater. She was young and undeniably beautiful.As I stood there, caught off guard, Isabel turned to me with a bright smile. "Hello, Renee."Before I could process what was happening, two men in the back seat chimed in, "Morning, Renee!"I froze, my gaze shifting to Elias, my mind swirling with confusion."We're all from the same hometown, so I figured we could give them a ride," he explained."Why didn't you let me know earlier?" I demanded."Sorry, Renee," Isabel said gently. "Elias was afraid you might refuse, so he decided not to bring it up. Please don't be angry with him."I bit
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Chapter 1
This year, my husband, Elias Alston, and I had planned to drive back to our hometown to celebrate Christmas.He left the house early this morning, and I figured he was out picking up some local specialties. But when I opened the passenger door, I was stunned to find a woman already sitting there.I knew her from Elias' Instagram posts. She was in his department, and I believed her name was Isabel Slater. She was young and undeniably beautiful.As I stood there, caught off guard, Isabel turned to me with a bright smile. "Hello, Renee."Before I could process what was happening, two men in the back seat chimed in, "Morning, Renee!"I froze, my gaze shifting to Elias, my mind swirling with confusion."We're all from the same hometown, so I figured we could give them a ride," he explained."Why didn't you let me know earlier?" I demanded."Sorry, Renee," Isabel said gently. "Elias was afraid you might refuse, so he decided not to bring it up. Please don't be angry with him."I bit...
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