MAYA

This is the first time he has ever spoken to me this way, not that I am complaining; he is way older than I am.

“But why?” I groan, frustration clawing at my throat.

I had left the office immediately after he signed the papers that we've separated. I came straight to the house to pack my things and head to the airport. I will be heading back to my home pack.

Called my brother and told him I am coming home. He screamed in so much joy it brought tears to my eyes.

“I want to come with you,” he states, digging his foot into the ground with...