Jake’s words stung and teared filled my eyes to the brim. My vision blurred as Jake glared back at me. I wasn’t prepared for the hate or anguish in his eyes. I wasn’t expecting to hear about his pain or that he was in mourning. I didn’t want to think about his wanting to be with her. He had us and maybe it was selfish but I didn’t want him to want her. I didn’t want him to want anyone else.

I swayed back and dropped my hands to the bed in an attempt to hold myself upright. Jake ...