His twisted logic made me realize it was good that we didn’t have children. They wouldn’t be happy growing up in a family like this, anyway.
That thought extinguished my anger. I looked down at the shredded divorce agreement before looking back up at Shawn, who had a righteous expression on his face. I said softly, “I’ll have a copy of the divorce agreement prepared and sent to you.”
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He grabbed my hand and pleaded, “We can have a child of our own once Jill and Neil move out.
Before I could say anything, someone shoved me from behind. Neil screamed angrily, “You’re trying to snatch Daddy from me again, you bad woman! Get out of my house, you witch!”
With that, he threw the glass he held at my forehead. I was caught off guard, so it hit me squarely. Blood trickled down my face.
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Jill was afraid I would do something to Neil, so she grabbed him and held him protectively. I’m sorry, Jolene. Neil only did it in the heat of the moment–he’s just a child, so please don’t
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hold it against him. I’ll pay for your medical bill!
Shawn piped up before I could respond. “Neil is still so young, Jolene. You can’t ruin his life just like that.”
I looked at them and chuckled at their united front. Then, I staggered to my feet and looked at Shawn. My eyes used to be filled with love for him, but now, disappointment was all that was left.
He suddenly snapped to his senses and released Neil, running to me. “How’s your wound, honey? Let me stop the bleeding for you!”
I shoved him away and said frostily, “I’m going through with the divorce no matter what, Shawn. I want you and your family to move out as soon as possible.”
After that, I turned to leave while cupping my wound. I’d just reached the door when a sharp pain shot through me, starting from my arm.
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