His explanation was quick and straight-up formal, almost like he couldn't wait to be done with me. It stung me like a wasp. I didn't think I would still feel this way after leaving my past behind.I had insisted on speaking with him in private after overhearing his conversation with the cop.

" He is the cop that could have rescued your husband," he said, matter-of-fact. His eyes traveled and wandered around, avoiding my gaze.

" Maybe it's a good thing," I thought, averting my gaze.

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