The officer's words seemed to be the final straw that broke Tom.

In the midst of his breakdown, he finally remembered the onset of my unexpected nosebleeds.

He recalled late one night, weak and feverish, I asked him to take me to the hospital for a check-up. But instead, he rushed off to Betty's side because Julie had called and said she missed him.

He remembered the cruel words and sarcasm when I had asked him for money.

Suddenly, Tom scooped me into his arms. "Where's the doctor? Save my wife!"

"I'm sorry, Jessica. I'm worthless. I deserve to die. Please, just give me one more chance to make it...