The thought of Sebastian’s absence stung more than it should, and Kourtney couldn’t shake the apparent truth. Her husband was the elusive ghost of the evening.

Although everyone expected him to materialize at some point.……

The event proper began and the evening was shaping up smoothly. Just then, the crowd erupted into a frenzy. Kourtney looked around to see what the new commotion was all about.

And there he was…..

Sebastian, her husband, emerged, dressed impeccably in his dark suit, his presence magnetic. Instantly, the room gravitated towards him.

This was a normal occurrence though—He always commanded attention and respect like it was a piece of cake.

He was a...