Chapter 2 I spent two hours in the hospital , receiving IV fluids , but Antonio never came . Feeling awful , I took a cab home ; my phone had died just two minutes earlier . Antonio hadnt called once . You blocked me , I said , explaining the situation . He seemed surprised , then softened . I got you fried chicken , your favorite . The bucket show This book had been added on your bookshelf . ne elses leftovers . Thirty minutes ago , Id seen Wendys Facebook post . There was a picture of Antonio cooking chicken , captioned , A man who can cook is so sexy . A bitter laugh escaped me . Im not hungry . His face darkened . Toss it ? I gave the house to Wendy so her kid could study . Why did you mock her on Facebook ? Exhausted from the miscarriage and injury , I explained , I was confused . The title deed she posted had our address … Antonio cut me off . Youre always playing the victim ! 13.22 Chapter 2 Always upset . You always think Im cheating ! I used to try to explain, but not anymore . He didnt understand . I gave him a cold stare . He exploded , yelling . Finished ? Then get out , I said calmly . He stormed out , slamming the door . Another slam followed from the living room . Hed gone to Wendys . Usually , I would toss and turn . But that night , I This book had been added on your bookshelf . The next morning , I contacted a friend for a lawyers number , initiating divorce proceedings . Three days later , a travel photo surfaced , showing Antonio and Wendy , matching outfits , beaming , with his friend Steve Rowe . I silently liked the picture . Antonio contacted me promptly . Ill pick you up , take you to the beach , and show you off to my buddies . Youve been good , so this is your reward . A wry smile escaped me . 1123 Chapter 2 Did he think I was his pet ? The divorce was underway , and he was oblivious . Antonio picked me up , Wendy absent . At the beach , Steve approached . Sorry that I didnt invite you to my party . He apologized profusely . I waved it off . Its okay . Heard youre opening a branch in Vortexburg . Nice going , Steve congratulated me enthusiastically . I grinned , Its just an idea . Antonio stormed over , accusingly Vortexburg ? Why wasnt I told ? Did I give you permission ? The air froze . Answer me ! he demanded . The guys started grilling . Antonio sat beside me , anxiety etched on his face . Wendy and I have a deal . Once her kid graduates , shell return the house . Its my house , and I dont owe you an explanation , he added defensively . I replied calmly . Then , a familiar and attractive figure approached , and my smile 13.23 vanished . A man , clearly close to Steve and Antonio , your girlfriends here ! A collective gasp went through t Chapter 2 vanished . A man , clearly close to Steve and Antonio , announced , Antonio , your girlfriends here ! A collective gasp went through the group . Chapter 3 Chapter 3
