He went to South Carolina to forget his ex—until he saw her on the beach with twin children who had his eyes, and one question changed everything he believed about his life.

he purchased an oversized backyard playset without consulting Lydia.

She made him return it.

“They do not need a castle every time you feel guilty,” she said.

He wanted to argue.

Instead, he listened.

Another time, Lydia forgot to inform him about a school meeting, and old wounds surfaced inside him.

“I want to be included,” he said.

Her expression tightened.continue reading …