The tension in the house was suffocating. Alex sat on the edge of the bed, his head in his hands. He had hoped that his actions would lead to healing, but instead, they seemed to have driven a deeper wedge.

Emily, "No babies, no peaceful marriage, no loyalty. I am leaving this house until you get yourself back, Alex. You are not the man I married."

Her words cut deep, but Alex was too exhausted to fight anymore. He looked up, his eyes filled with a mixture of anger and resignation.

Alex, ...