Chapter 64

I tossed and turned all night, sleep teasing me as the thought of our impending divorce felt both real and surreal. Dawn's early light started to seep through the curtains when I decided to get up. I made up my mind to face Allen again and discuss our next steps.

Voices carried up from the kitchen, their tones hushed but earnest. My curiosity piqued, and I made my way downstairs to find Allen sitting at the table, a cup of steaming coffee in his hands.

“Morning,” he said softly, managing a faint smile. His eyes betrayed the sleepless night he’d endured as well.

“Morning,” I replied, taking a seat across from him. “I suppose we should talk about the trip?”

“Yes,” he nodded, setting his cup down. “I think it would be good for the kids, and maybe it’ll give us some closure too."

Closure. The word lingered in the air between us, heavy with unspoken emotions.

“I’ve always wanted to visit that small town not far from here, right on the beach,” I said quietly, trying to shift the mood. The se