A past relationship
John’s voice shook as he said, “The ring was not intended for you. The engraving is from a previous relationship, one that I kept secret.” His words weighed heavy in the air, each one piercing my spirit. My hands trembled, and my mind raced, attempting to comprehend the gravity of his confession. A covert relationship? How could he have concealed something so significant for so long?

A Past Relationship
A four-decade lie
John’s voice shook as he said, “The ring was not intended for you. The engraving is from a previous relationship, one that I kept secret.” His words weighed heavy in the air, each one piercing my spirit. My hands trembled, and my mind raced, attempting to comprehend the gravity of his confession. A covert relationship? How could he have concealed something so significant for so long?

A Four Decade Lie