After my divorce, I introduced a new woman at a party, and my ex-wife exclaimed, “You fool!” and then broke into laughter.

registered the silence enveloping the entire backyard.

Everyone’s gaze was fixed on me, waiting for a reaction.

Pity radiated from my relatives, while contempt lingered on Izzy’s side of the family. Caleb stood apart with his arms crossed and a stern expression, while Maya regarded me as if I were some stranger.

“Dad,” she whispered. “How could you?”

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