Shadows of Trust:Chapter 04

As their relationship grew, Jack's career started to take off. He was promoted to a senior position, and his responsibilities increased, leading to long hours at the office. Emma was supportive, understanding the demands of his job.

She continued to paint, finding solace and inspiration in her art, even as Jack's absences became more frequent.

However, Emma started to notice small changes in Jack's behavior. He became distant, often distracted and irritable.

He started coming home late, with vague excuses about work meetings and projects that needed his attention.

Emma, being the loving partner she was, wanted to believe him. She knew how much his career meant to him and didn’t want to add to his stress by questioning him.

But a seed of doubt had been planted in her heart. One night, after Jack came home late again, Emma decided to confront him. "Jack, is everything okay? You've been so distant lately.

Are you sure it's just work?" she asked, her voice trembling with concern.

Jack, not wanting to worry Emma and fearing that the truth might ruin their relationship, lied. "Of course, Emma. It's just work. We're under a lot of pressure to meet deadlines.

There's nothing to worry about." He gave her a reassuring smile, but deep down, guilt gnawed at him. He hated lying to Emma, but he couldn’t bring himself to tell her the truth.

continue 04/05 .......

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