I'm happily settled in life having married into a wealthy family while Mason mockingly remarked on my seemingly simple lifestyle as we sat in the hotel lobby his sharp voice cut through my calm taunting me with his latest update he boasted about his new wife who is none other than the daughter of the president of Goldsmith Enterprises Mason's laughter tinged with pride filled the air but it was the mention of Goldsmith Enterprises that grabbed my attention I knew that name but couldn't quite place it at first then it clicked Mason continued to gloat unaware of the
humor I found in his boasting my name is Patricia and I'm 37 living contentedly with my husband Mason I work in my family's real estate business handling mostly administrative duties while my father the president oversees major strategies as an only child I'm expected to One Day lead the company despite the looming responsibility I maintain a careful balance between my personal and professional life especially around Mason he completed high school and works for a moving company a demanding job that I respect to avoid making him feel inadequate I rarely discuss my University degree or my anticipated
future as president of the company Mason and I met through a mutual friend during college after my friend's move handled by Mason's company she introduced us initially Mason was interested in her but after she turned him down we got to know each other his easygoing nature complimented my meticulousness and our relationship flourished we married in our late 20s after a brief courtship our marriage has been smooth bolstered by the warm acceptance of Mason's parents a refreshing contrast to the typical in-law challenges some of my friend's face despite Mason's demanding job often keeping him out until
late physically exhausting him he remained committed to our marriage even on his toughest days he'd Express gratitude as I waited up to share dinner with him I felt fortunate to have such a devoted husband but after a year of marriage our peaceful life began to show signs of strain one night as we settled into bed Mason unexpectedly brought up the topic of having children his tone was tinged with irritation catching me off guard I had thought about starting a family too and though we weren't actively trying I believed it would happen naturally with time I
reassured him it's only been a year there's no rush I wanted children but I knew stressing about it wouldn't help to calm the situation I adopted a relaxed demeanor but Mason more assertive than usual quoted statistics you know there's about a 90% chance of conceiving within a year for couples not using contraception not not well versed in such specifics that figure sounded surprisingly High to me if you're concerned maybe we should both get tested I suggested thinking it wise to address any potential issues together however Mason's reaction was unexpectedly harsh what are you implying that
it's my fault usually it's the woman's fault he retorted his tone filled with contempt it was the first time he'd spoken to me this way I hadn't ACC acced him of anything I merely suggested a joint approach to find Clarity yet Mason concluded I was blaming him and added it's definitely the woman's fault as if to underline that I was the problem I wanted to respond but I was too shaken barely managing to reply of course so just you get tested I'm too busy with work I have a job too you know you're just coasting
along in your dad's company he snapped his words stuck young I never just coasted although my role involved many administrative tasks I was actively learning management skills from my father in preparation to lead the company someday that night any attempt at discussion was met with Kurt repes and we fell asleep with our backs turned in silence a heavy air hanging between us from then on Mason's attitude toward me shifted drastically returning home late one evening after a discussion about the future with my father I found Mason I rate over dinner not being ready I'm sorry
I just got home 15 minutes ago I'll start cooking now just wait a little please I hurriedly explained but Mason dismissed it that's typical of a small company's Boss's Daughter he didn't realize the scale of my father's business a significant real estate company with hundreds of employees his assumptions and the increasing bitterness made navigating our daily lives more challenging casting a shadow over what had once been a loving and supportive relationship arguing seemed pointless as I hurried to the kitchen promising Mason I'd cook immediately have a drink and relax while you wait I suggested knowing
how alcohol seemed to soothe him it saddened me that our relationship had come to rely on his evening drinks to avoid tension I despised being scolded but if it helped keep peace even temporarily I reluctantly saw it as a necessary evil the next day Mason's cold demeanor lingered as he left for work his parting words sharp make sure dinner's ready when I get home I exhaled deeply my mind on the day ahead I had scheduled a day off to visit the gynecologist for fertility testing something Mason had insisted on though he refused to participate himself
it was frustrating to go through this alone but complaining wouldn't help if the problem lay with me I want wanted to start treatment immediately understanding that fertility could decline with age I was eager to address any issues soon the clinic was crowded and I waited an hour before my examination after a series of tests the doctor informed me that the results would be available at my next appointment the possibility that I might be the one with fertility issues was daunting but I was ready to take whatever steps were necessary when Mason returned home that evening
I told him I went for the fertility test today his response was CT figures if the problems with you it's good you're getting tested let me know the results his assumption that I was to blame for our difficulties in conceiving was hurtful 6 years passed and I turned 37 our attempts to have a child continued without success and it seemed Mason had resigned himself to not becoming a father his late nights became more fre and sometimes he didn't come home at all when he did he'd say he was out drinking and singing karaoke until dawn
his behavior reminded me more of a Carefree college student than a committed husband which was incredibly frustrating my work had become more demanding and the dream of starting a family had to be sidelined but Mason's recent actions were becoming intolerable his disregard for our life together was painfully obvious one day after Mason left the house on his day off I noticed he had forgotten his smartphone in the living room I picked it up intending to place it in his room but it rang just then the caller ID displayed a name Diana assuming she was a
colleague I answered to let her know Mason had left his phone at home hey Mason you're late I've been waiting for 50 minutes hurry up or we'll miss the Park opening we haven't had a date in so long a flirtatious voice said from the other end the mention of a date stunned me and I quickly hung up my heart racing this woman wasn't just a colleague she was someone Mason was seeing romantically holding his phone proof of his infidelity clenched in my hand I felt a mix of shock and anger while I struggled with potential
infertility Mason had been carelessly engaging in an affair his recent distance suddenly made sense and I stood there trembling with indescribable anger at the Betrayal realizing that Mason no longer needed me in his life was a devastating blow but discovering his betrayal made the situation even more unbearable determined to confront the issue headon I began Gathering evidence of his infidelity unlocking his smartphone using his birth date was effortless the call history and messages were dominated by exchanges with someone named Diana full of affectionate and intimate words that turned my St stomach I meticulously documented everything
taking photos with my phone before returning his device to its usual spot acting as if nothing had changed a month passed in this Eerie state of our fractured marriage until one day my father the president of our company called me into his office I have something important to discuss with you he said solemnly his grave tone caught me off guard and I braced myself for serious news news which only compounded the stress I was already feeling that evening perhaps sensing the inevitable Mason suggested that we consider separating I was already contemplating how to address the
divorce given his infidelity so his initiation was unexpectedly convenient yes let's divorce I agreed quickly Mason seemed taken aback by my Readiness possibly hopeful about his future with Diana despite The Sting of seeing his relief I signed the divorce papers he presented I can file these tomorrow I'll be leaving this house he said nonchalantly are you sure about the mortgage I asked casually suspecting that he hadn't fully considered his financial situation without me his job was demanding but not lucrative and I doubted his ability to manage the mortgage payments on his own nevertheless he was
confident or perhaps just naive given his betrayal I felt no obligation to ease his transition I moved back to my parents house a few days later they were initially worried about my well-being but became Furious when I explained Mason's infidelity they supported my decision to leave him reassuring me repeatedly that parting ways was the best course of action throwing myself into work I tried to move past the emotional turmoil of my failed marriage a year flew by in a blur of commitments and projects one evening seeing how grossed and tired I had become my father
suggested a break why don't you take a trip it's going to get busy starting next month he advised concerned about my well-being grateful for the suggestion and feeling mentally exhausted I decided to take a solo trip to the Northeast craving a change of scenery and some peace the air in the Northeast was crisp and refreshing seeming to cleanse my weary soul I interacted with locals who were incredibly kind and helpful gradually mending my spirit I booked a stay in Los Angeles at a renowned Hotel deciding to indulge in the best experience possible after checking in
I relaxed in the lobby with a welcome drink the fatigue from my journey melting away I felt so at peace that I half joked about moving to Los Angeles just then a familiar voice pierced through the calm huh hey what are you doing here I turned startled to find Mason entering the lobby with two large suitcases the unexpected encounter with my ex-husband was the last thing I anticipated on this healing Journey surrounded by the elegant charm of the Los Angeles hotel lobby I felt a sudden jolt of reality as I spotted Mason entering with a
young woman on his arm she looked to be in her early 20s with flawless skin bold makeup and striking red nails that contrasted sharply against the ch Northeastern weather her attire was bold too a short skirt despite the cold my eyes locked on to them in disbelief why are you here and who is she I couldn't help but blurred out my curiosity getting the better of me despite my doubts about wanting the answers oh let me introduce you Mason said with a hint of excitement I hadn't seen in a long time this is Diana my
new wife we're on our honeymoon and guess what she's the daughter of a wealthy businessman the name Diana hit me like a wave she was the same Diana from the phone call months ago I felt a surge of discomfort at his obvious pride in marrying someone so much younger and wealthily connected you're here alone that's sad Mason sneered his voice dripping with disdain beside him Diana eyed me with a smirk hey Mason is this your ex wife she looks old hurry up with the check-in she said her tone sharp irritated I managed to keep my
composure as Mason nonchalantly draped an arm around her boasting yeah I'm set for life now marrying into money you keep struggling in your modest life Mason's high-pitched laugh cut through the Serene atmosphere of the lobby a stark contrast to the Tranquility I had been enjoying he continued to flaunt his new life yeah Diana is gold Smith's daughter you know Goldsmith Enterprises he added seeming overly proud The Mention Of Goldsmith Enterprises rang a bell I recalled it just as Mason's face lit up with a childlike Glee impressive huh her family's loaded they even paid off our
house mortgage quickly thanks for making the divorce easy Patricia he said sarcastically yeah I know them they're in that big building downtown right I've been there I replied calmly barely phased by his remarks Mason looks surprised oh you've been there well her family owns a huge company so breaking up with you was the right choice he smirked maliciously I nodded still calm that building it's part of our real estate holdings I mentioned casually as if recalling a minor detail what do you mean our real estate Mason and Diana chimed in together both perplexed that building
is rented by my father for his most prestigious office I'm not sure if your company is involved in real estate but it's certainly not a Shabby building I explained with a Serene tone their skepticism was palpable I paused knowing there was no turning back yes I know how Grand it is I was there when my father purchased that building for about $500 million recently he was complaining about a tenant not paying their rent turns out it was your company in fact my father is a real estate magnate with assets worth $5 billion and that building
is one of them Goldsmith Enterprises has been the tenant for the past few months and they hadn't paid their rent I revealed watching their reactions closely Diana burst out laughing disbelief written all over her face that can't be true our company's doing great she claimed still laughing but the shock in her eyes told a different story despite the shock of seeing Mason with his new wife I was determined not to be drawn into their drama yet Diana's loud claims that their company could surely pay the rent echoed around us hinting at denial or deceit her
tone was dismissive suggesting I was lying just to create Discord between her and Mason realizing a simple conversation wouldn't suffice I pulled out my smartphone right there in the hotel lobby I'm here with the daughter of gold Smith Enterprises I told my dad over the phone can you send me a photo of the rent reminder notice within moments my father sent a clear image of the notice addressed to goldsmith Enterprises showing 4 months of unpaid rent I showed the image to Mason and Diana doubting they could dismiss it as fake given the immediate proof see
if you don't pay soon we might have to consider legal action what are you going to do I asked calmly Diana's confidence wavered as she mumbled come to think of it dad has been stressed lately talking about slow sales and firing a lot of employees Mason however seem to spiral into denial accusing me of fabricating the story to split them up you're just trying to trick us and teras apart aren't you you're still that kind of person trying to get back at me for remarrying your tactics are dirty he shouted causing me to step back
shocked by his loud accusing voice his words brought back painful memories of our marriage of all the harsh things he had said when things got tough between us but now standing here I was no longer the person who took his words silently what are you even saying Mason do you really think I still have feelings for you how foolish I've long been over a man like you in fact I feel sorry for Diana getting caught up with someone like you I said my voice steady but firm did you marry her just for her money you
had shallow reasons for marrying me too like wanting to get married quickly and wanting kids and who was it that left me when he found out we couldn't have kids who called me useless for being infertile you're to blame for all of it yet you think I still have feelings for you you must be out of your mind Mason's face turned red with anger you're just an arrogant old hag you probably can't even get married or have kids anymore Diana and I are planning to have fun making a baby after this trip he retorted his
voice thick with desperation it was then I decided to reveal the truth to finally put an end to his assumptions oh I didn't mention it but I'm 5 months pregnant I'm in the stable phase of my pregnancy so my dad suggested I take this trip to relax I revealed calmly that's right after our divorce I found someone who truly supports me my boss at work who happens to be a subordinate of my father he has been a great support both personally and professionally I found out I was pregnant just 5 months ago it was a
quick marriage but my company and my father celebrated it grandly Mason's face fell his earlier bravado evaporating as he processed the news you're pregnant so were you using birth control the question was absurd and I couldn't help but feel a mixture of pity and relief as I looked at him my life had moved on from the chaos he brought into it now more than ever I was sure of my path forward strengthened by the support of my new husband and the imminent responsibility of leading my father's company especially as he planned to retire soon due
to health reasons my future though once intertwined with Masons was now firmly my own filled with new beginnings and free from his shadow Mason's confusion was palpable as he stomped his feet bewildered by the Revelation birth control I never did that remember I told you I had infertility tests at the clinic and they found no issues so the problem wasn't just with me I said my words blunt and to the point his face contorted with the realization does that mean Diana and I can't have kids why did I divorce you to marry Diana he muttered
to himself his shoulders slumping in defeat what do you mean why you felt betrayed knowing he was infertile Diana snapped back her anger flaring at Mason's self-centered logic realizing I had no reason to engage further I delivered my final statement that's why from now on please keep your Affairs separate from mine regarding the rent for Goldsmith Enterprises I expect full payment if you intend to continue leasing the building please settle the overdue rent soon otherwise we'll need to pursue legal action I have nothing more to say to you goodbye with that I left Mason and
Diana in mid argument and confidently returned to my hotel room upon my return from the trip my husband greeted me with a warm smile welcome back sorry I couldn't help around the house was everything okay of course it was fine I'm just glad you got to relax Patricia thank you he replied his smile genuine and comforting since marrying my current husband I felt reassured daily and thought of Mason have faded into the background after that incident I didn't see Mason again but through my father's contacts I learned that Mason and Diana's situation had worsened despite
his initial belief that he was marrying into wealth Mason discovered that Goldsmith Enterprises was steeped in debt news had spread across TV channels about an employee at Goldsmith Enterprises embezzling Millions from clients Diana's father had known about the fraud but attempted to cover it up to protect the company's reputation however once the Scandal became public Goldsmith Enterprises stock plummeted and the company lost its credibility a mass Exodus of employees followed in such a dire state it was clear they couldn't possibly cover their rent let alone recover from the Scandal this turn of events reaffirmed my
relief in having moved on from that chapter in my life as I focused on a future filled with stability and genuine affection with my new husband [Music] [Music]