Would he be a good father?
It was a question Emily had asked herself just days ago—and now, she had her answer.
No. Aaron would never be a good father.
His need for control was too strong. All it took was one threat of divorce, and before she could even make another move, he’d already tightened his grip on her, like it was effortless.
Convincing her to quit her job had been the first step. Emotionally and practically, she lost her independence, leaving her with no choice but to rely on him.
Did she regret it?
Regret letting herself get too comfortable, letting her wings get clipped?
Yes.
But none of those feelings mattered anymore.
She and Aaron had, once again, ended things on a sour note.
On the way home, she was about to call her younger brother Francie when another call came
