I watched as Theron sat on the living room couch with Vanessa in his arms.

‘Theron saying he'd take care of Vanessa forever...’ I froze, my heart tightened painfully.

But then, I reminded myself, ‘He’s just trying to make up for hurting her.’ I swallowed the bitter taste of jealousy and hurt, unwilling to make a scene. I buried it all inside, even as the ache in my heart deepened.

I forced my feet to move toward them, determined not to show ...