Tally’s heart stopped. He didn’t know her? She felt a wave of panic crash over her as she processed Ryan’s words. How could he not recognize her? They were married, shared a life together, and she was pregnant with their child. She tried to hide her hurt and confusion, desperately searching for an explanation.

“I’m Tally, your wife,” she managed to say, her voice trembling.

Ryan’s brow furrowed in confusion, his eyes filled with a look she couldn’t determine. “I’m sorry, ...