(Olivia)
Two weeks had passed since Derek stepped down as CEO, and life felt calmer than it had in a long time. He had been spending more time at home, and while I knew how much he loved his work, it was clear he was happier now. I was too.
At first, I was skeptical about him giving up his company because of me. I know how much he cares about it and how much he loves real estate.
But knowing Derek, he would do anything for me and if it was me, I would have probably done the same for him as well.
So I stopped fighting him on it and just accepted it.
Today was important. Derek and I were on our way to the doctor for a checkup. It wasn’t just a routine visit—it was something we’d both been waiting for.
For weeks, I’d been taking the medications the doctor prescribed for my endometri
