Gemotions

"Just a little something extra," the email from the bank read. Emily had found the account details hidden deep in her husband's inbox. She pressed her fingertips to her temples, a dull headache blossoming. He’d always downplayed their financial situation, saying they were 'comfortable.'

She’d thought she knew everything about him. They’d built their life together from the ground up, sharing everything. The betrayal felt like a slap in the face. She glanced at the family photos on her desk, the smiles now seeming manufactured.

She felt a strange disconnect, like she was watching herself from afar. Her hands were clammy, and a tremor ran through her body. She buried her face in her hands, wanting to erase everything she had just read.