Recognizing the Signs
Laura took a second to think back. She had noticed Jack’s distance and his bad mood, but as she read the letter, she couldn’t believe she hadn’t noticed more specific details before. She should’ve paid more attention to the extra late nights at the bar, the weird looks from coworkers, and the things written on the wall.
But mostly, she should’ve paid attention to the extra time Carla spent with him, especially at family events. It was suddenly so clear. Laura allowed herself a few minutes of sobbing before she took a breath and thought about what to do next. She wouldn’t let her husband get away with the last word.
