"It's fine," I said quietly, my voice barely above a whisper. He studied my face for a moment longer, then turned back to the screen. *"Yes, Julian and I are married. We made that decision together, as two people who understand what it's like to be betrayed by those closest to us. Our relationship began after my divorce was finalized, and it is based on honesty and trust, two things my previous marriage lacked."* "That's a dig at Ethan," I said, almost smiling despite myself. "Good," Julian replied with a slight smirk. "He deserves worse." He typed a few more sentences, his expression focused and intense. *"I'm not asking for sympathy or approval. I'm simply asking that people stop believing a narrative built on lies. The truth will come out, piece by piece, and when it does, I hope

