My “Single” Husband

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Two hours ago, my husband, Robert, missed our anniversary dinner because he was working overtime.

Two hours later, I saw him aggressively pursuing a young woman in an online live stream.

My name is Robert, Im 32, 6'1 tall, with eight-pack abs, five million dollars in assets, and most importantly, I'm single.

My declaration of love is: I traveled far and wide to find the girl of my dreams. My money is hers, my heart is hers, my life is hers.

Delia, will you come with me?

She blushed and nodded, their date a success.

But I wasn't angry at all.

In my previous life, I tried everything to get him back home, telling him that woman had AIDS and he shouldn't touch her.

But he didn't believe me. He even complained that I was ruining their good time, shoved me into a suitcase, and left me there to listen to them make love all night.

In the end, I suffocated to death.

This life, he could do whatever he wanted.

I ended the live stream and immediately sent a message to the woman named Delia.

I'm Roberts wife. He lied to you.

I know you're in it for the money. Get Robert to contract AIDS, and Ill give you a million dollars.

In my previous life, I had thoroughly investigated this woman.

She had a seriously ill younger brother and was desperate for money.

So, I wasn't afraid she wouldn't agree.

Sure enough, she replied.

Deal.

I turned off my phone, then picked up the untouched dinner and wine from the table and dumped them all into the trash.

After Robert left that morning, I had sent our three children to my moms house for the night.

I even went to the hair salon to get my hair styled and then to the grocery store to prepare a table full of his favorite dishes.

All the things he loved to eat.

If I hadn't stumbled upon that live stream, I would have had no idea that my seemingly gentle and considerate husband was already itching to cheat.

Nor would I have known that behind this seemingly perfect marriage was nothing but betrayal.

At three in the morning, Robert came home, reeking of perfume.

The table was already clean. He looked at the spotless surface and asked, Didn't we say we'd have dinner together?

In my previous life, I would have hysterically questioned where he'd been and why he smelled of perfume.

But now, I couldn't be bothered to ask. I just moved a little further away to avoid the scent.

Eating dinner at three in the morning? Are you crazy, or am I?

Robert froze, his brow furrowed slightly.

Why are you so snarky today? As a stay-at-home mom who doesnt work, how could you understand the hardship of my overtime?

I support you. What right do you have to question me?

I almost laughed.

He called the three thousand dollars a month he gave me for living expenses supporting me"?

But saying these words would be useless.

Seeing my silence, Robert realized his attitude was bad and quickly tried to smooth things over.

Alright, a last-minute business dinner delayed me today. Dont be mad. Look, I brought you back your favorite oysters.

Hitting me with a stick, then offering a carrot, was Roberts usual trick.

In my previous life, I was fooled by this act, deluding myself into thinking he loved me.

Looking back now, it was ridiculous.

This man was rotten to the core!

You eat first, Im going to shower.

Even after I heard the water running in the bathroom, I was still staring blankly at the handful of leftover oysters on the table, my eyes stinging.

They clearly looked like someone elses scraps. Why was I so naive back then that I couldn't see through it?

I fought back tears and unhesitatingly swept the oysters into the trash.

Just then, his phone, which he'd left on the dining table, lit up. It was Delia.

Robert, I miss you so much. Lets go to the hot springs together on Wednesday, okay?

Wednesday was tomorrow.

After a hot spring trip, something happening was only natural.

I was about to turn off the screen when Roberts voice came from behind me, full of accusation.

Louise, is it polite to snoop through other peoples phones?

He angrily bumped into me, and I fell to the floor, scraping my elbow.

Roberts expression tightened, then he looked at me like I was an idiot.

Youre a thirty-year-old woman. Why are you still so clumsy?

After my previous life, I understood that saying one more word to a heartless man was a waste.

I silently turned to get some ointment. Robert awkwardly took it from me.

I Ill help you.

Louise, theres something I need to tell you

My company ran into some financial trouble. I borrowed from loan sharks, and now I can't pay it back. I dont want to drag you and the kids down.

How about we get a fake divorce?

I sneered inwardly.

What kind of financial trouble could his small company with just a few people have? This was just an excuse to pursue Delia and get rid of me and the children.

Oh.

Robert was choked, looking at me strangely.

Youre not angry?

I lowered my head and smiled, not answering.

Angry?

In my previous life, I would have been furious, then begged him not to divorce me, and finally used my private savings to pay off his debts.

But now, I didnt even care if he died, so why would I be angry over such a pathetic excuse?

When are we going to do the paperwork?

My quick agreement stunned Robert, and it took him a while to speak.

You

Louise, give me some time. Ill definitely sort this out.

Once the debt is paid off, well get remarried.

Dont worry, the children and the house will be yours. Ill just take the cash and leave.

Even though you dont have an income, your parents are both university professors. With their help, you and the children wont starve.

Listening to his shameless words, my nails dug deep into my palms.

All talk of righteousness, but a belly full of schemes.

What did he mean, the house would be mine?

This house was my pre-marital property! It was mine whether we divorced or not!

At that moment, I truly wanted to rip off his ugly mask!

But reason told me I had to endure.

Before the divorce certificate was issued, even if we signed a divorce agreement, he could go back on his word at any time!

I took a deep breath before speaking calmly.

Alright, I agree to the divorce.

That day, we signed the divorce agreement.

And Robert didn't even bother to keep up appearances, grabbing his bank card and eagerly leaving.

Less than ten minutes after he left, my phone chimed.

He had updated a post on his alt account on Twitter.

In my previous life, to win Robert back, I had investigated all his accounts.

This alt account was what I discovered back then.

This life, I followed that account immediately.

Guys! Successfully divorced the old hag! Im taking all the money from the house!

My new girlfriend invited me to the hot springs. This time, Im definitely going to seal the deal!

Oh, and I need to turn off my phone. What if the old hag changes her mind and ruins my fun?

Guys, Ill be back with good news!

Below, a bunch of people were commenting.

Awesome!

Finding such a beautiful girlfriend, a true legend!

Some also said he was too cruel.

You scumbag, did you even think about how your wife and children will live?

His disdainful tone practically oozed from the screen.

She gave birth to them, she takes care of them, that's how it should be.

Besides, those two little bastards cost at least ten thousand a month for formula alone, and I only give her three thousand. Shes doing just fine. She must have private savings.

So, he knew the household expenses

All these years, I understood his struggles with starting a business and never argued with him.

I always used the money my parents secretly gave me to supplement our household expenses.

I never imagined he was doing it on purpose!

I was so angry that I couldn't stand it. I switched to my alt account and questioned him.

How can you do this to your wife and children? Arent you afraid youll truly break her heart and shell actually divorce you?

He quickly retorted.

Afraid of what? A worn-out, thirty-year-old hag with two kids? Do you want her? If you do, Ill let you have her for a few days!

Watching his despicable words, my hands trembled with rage.

Five years of dating, four years of marriage. I thought that even if the love between us faded, we would still be the closest people to each other.

I never thought that in his eyes, I was worse than a prostitute!

At that moment, the last shred of hesitation I had because of the children completely vanished.

Robert, between us, its war till the death!

Suddenly, my phone rang. It was my dad.

Louise, your friend John just told me that Roberts company will still get this project. Its a big one.

Hell earn more, and your family can have an easier life.

Robert didnt know that all these years, most of his clients were brought in by my dad, who would humble himself to his old friends.

Because Robert was a severe chauvinist, I never told him any of this.

In the end, I had raised an ungrateful jerk.

On the phone, my dad continued, Im old now. I dont ask for anything, I just hope my children and grandchildren are happy and safe.

Listening to my dads words, my tears couldn't hold back any longer. I spilled everything.

My dad was furious, cursing Robert as an animal.

Didnt he say his company was in crisis? Then let it *really* be in crisis!

My dad immediately called everyone he knew, telling them to cancel their collaborations with Roberts company.

In just a few days, the company collapsed.

His assistant frantically tried to reach him, but he couldnt be contacted.

After all, he was still blissfully enjoying his wine and fine dining trip.

Meanwhile, Delia sent me a message.

Done.

Seven nights in a row, three times each night.

Along with the message came a video.

In the video, Robert lay on a beach chair, his hand wrapped around a womans waist, lost in passionate embrace.

I gripped my phone, momentarily stunned. I couldn't tell if I felt relief or sorrow.

When we first got married, Robert and I had a wonderful relationship.

It was also on a beach that he swore he would only ever have me, that he wouldn't be interested in anyone else.

I never imagined that in just four short years, everything would change.

Indeed, a mans promises only last the moment they are spoken.

At this moment, I suddenly felt that I had been utterly foolish in my previous life.

But it didnt matter. Since heaven gave me a second chance, I would collect my due, with interest!

As promised, I transferred a million dollars to her, then sent her another message.

Lets discuss another deal

The day we went to get the divorce certificate, Robert, who was usually late, appeared on time.

Also with him were my in-laws, Ruth and Andrew, who hadn't visited once since the children were born.

My mother-in-law, Ruth, grabbed my hand, wailing dramatically.

Louise, we only found out today that Robert did such a terrible thing!

Dont worry, even if youre divorcing, youll still be our daughter-in-law.

Ruth cried so sincerely that an outsider might actually believe she cared for me.

But I knew this family was always hypocritical.

In my previous life, I also thought my in-laws truly loved me and treated them with the same devotion as my own parents.

But it wasn't until my brutal death, when they came to help dismember my body, that I realized they had known about Roberts affair all along.

Many times, they even helped him cover it up!

Seeing that I didn't respond, Ruth couldn't cry anymore and awkwardly wiped away her tears.

Louise, speaking of which, you two are husband and wife. With the company in trouble, you can't just ignore it

How about we sell this house to pay off Roberts debts? Hell clear the money sooner, and you two can get remarried sooner, right?

As for you and the children Arent your parents both professors? Their retirement pensions must be substantial, right? Why not ask them for some money to help out in a pinch?

My father-in-law, Andrew, also slapped Robert on the shoulder and chimed in.

You bastard! Louise has always been kind-hearted, and shell definitely agree this time. If you dont treat her well in the future, Ill be the first to deal with you!

They had it all figured out, didn't they?

With just a few words, they made decisions for me, as if I were just a pawn in their game.

Robert saw my silence, breathed a sigh of relief, and, feigning emotion, took my hand.

Louise, I know youre the best to me. Marrying you is the blessing of my life.

Dont worry, once this is over, Ill definitely make it up to you.

I coldly watched their family performance, an endless chill rising in my heart.

This whole family was not only insatiably greedy but also heartless and rotten to the core!

But soon, they would pay back every penny, with interest!

I composed myself and took out my phone to show them the transaction record.

Ive already sold the house. Once we get the divorce certificate

Before I could finish, the whole family beamed with joy, praising me for being sensible.

Even the clerk processing the divorce seemed confused, wondering why such a loving family was divorcing.

Laugh all you want.

The happier you laugh now, the uglier it will look later!

As soon as we stepped out of City Hall, Robert looked at me expectantly.

Louise, now that weve got the certificate, the money

I turned around, a faint smile playing on my lips.

Robert, when did I ever say that money was for you?

Robert froze, his face instantly changing.

Louise, are you messing with me?!

I raised an eyebrow, an expression on my face that said, *you finally get it*.

I only said I sold the house. I never said I was giving you the money from the sale.

How shamelessly greedy you are. Did you really take me for a fool?

Then, I opened my phone and showed him the saved live stream replay.

And, did you enjoy the hot springs?

The three of them completely changed color, looking at me as if they wanted to swallow me whole.

I completely ignored them, put away my divorce certificate, and turned to leave.

Suddenly, Ruth blocked my path.

Louise, you cant be so heartless.

Robert made a mistake, but it was just a mistake that all men make.

How many men these days dont cheat? As women, shouldnt we just turn a blind eye?

Besides, Roberts heart is still with you. Isn't that enough?

Andrew joined in.

Exactly! Think about it, who would want a divorced woman with children like you?

I sneered, not bothering to listen to their rambling.

Since youre so tolerant, remember to advise yourself that way when Andrew cheats in the future.

As for whether someone wants me, thats none of your business. If you block me again, Ill call the police.

Robert saw that I was determined not to turn back and his eyes reddened with anger.

Louise, do you really think I cant live without you?

To be honest, you disgust me! I love Delia now. Delia is gentle, kind, and beautiful, a hundred times better than you!

And, shes pregnant with my child. Weve checked, its a boy.

Tomorrow, tomorrow were going to get married!

Without me, youre just a nobody, a middle-aged woman with three children, no job, no social experience. Id like to see how happy you can be!

To prove his point, he even turned on his phone and tried to make a video call.

Unfortunately, it only showed a red exclamation mark.

How is that possible! Delia must have accidentally deleted it!

Then, he started calling again. This time, it connected.

Robert, youre not that naive, are you? I was just playing with you.

As for the baby, I was just talking nonsense. I work at a club, I got an IUD long ago. How could I be pregnant?

Goodbye, Mr. Early Ejaculation.

With that, Roberts number was completely blocked.

Robert was furious, desperately trying to call again.

But all he heard was, The number you have dialed is currently switched off.

I stifled a laugh and kindly reminded him.

Instead of calling and harassing other people, why dont you call your assistant back?

Oh, and a reminder, go get yourself checked out.