I never imagined that following my ten-year-old son would lead me to uncover my husband’s secret life. It began with a simple decision—to trail Liam one morning when something about his behavior felt off. What I discovered shattered my world. A young woman opened the door of a cozy blue house and welcomed my son with a warm hug. He smiled and stepped inside like he belonged. In that moment, the perfect life I thought I’d built fell apart.
Some people say curiosity killed the cat. In my case, it destroyed my illusion of family. For years, I balanced motherhood and an ambitious career, believing my sacrifices were worth it. Benjamin always assured me things at home were fine. But that day, watching my son enter a stranger’s home, I realized I had been blind to the truth right in front of me.
