I took my son to visit my husband, the commander, but the guard blocked us at the gate and said, “His girlfriend is inside the unit. No visitors!” I covered my son’s ears, called my second brother, and

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“You helped build his career.”

Olivia smiled without warmth.

“And I am done investing in failed assets.”

For the first time, Lydia appeared amused.

By noon, Andrew had hired legal counsel. By two, his attorney requested a private meeting “to preserve the dignity of all parties.” By three, Serena Vale attempted to contact Olivia through an unknown number.continue reading …