Bennett let the suitcase fall onto the hardwood floor with a heavy thud. Luggage
“You had absolutely no right to go through my personal things,” he growled.
“And you had no right to use our combined income to finance your departure from this marriage,” she answered immediately.
For the first time in their entire relationship, Bennett seemed unable to find the words or bend the story in his favor.
He had always been skilled at twisting reality, insisting she was too intense or too suspicious whenever she questioned his choices.
But now, there was no emotion he could weaponize against her. There were only cold, solid records.
“And where exactly do you expect me to go right now?” he asked, his voice losing some of its aggression.
“You should probably talk to Heather about that,” Elise said with a small shrug.
Bennett clenched his jaw so tightly the muscles in his neck stood out.
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