Gemotions

The taste in her mouth was metallic, a constant reminder of the discovery. “The Silver Lining” was the title of the novel, a cruel irony. Each word felt like a deliberate intrusion, a violation of the sanctity of their life. She'd found the manuscript while looking for a specific document on Alex's laptop.

She couldn’t look at him, couldn’t speak to him. She felt a burning in her chest, a mixture of anger, betrayal, and something else she couldn’t quite name. She spent hours staring out the window, watching the world go by, feeling utterly alone.

She started making plans, a desperate attempt to regain control. The meticulous planning calmed her somewhat. She needed to escape.