In the following days, their lives continued as usual. Melissa's belly grew larger, and she was nearing her due date. Joseph stayed by her side, unwilling to leave her for even a moment. But I knew that the plans I had set in motion were already unfolding.

An urgent phone call came, as if chasing Joseph like death itself. Seeing the company’s number, his face twisted with obvious irritation.

“Haven’t I told you already? Handle it yourselves. Don’t bother me unless it’s absolutely necessary!” Joseph barked into the phone before hanging up, completely dismissing the matter.

Look at him—so easily abandoning the company he once fought tooth and nail to...