I thought I was lucky. I thought my fiancée was an angel doing exactly what my mother would have wanted for the twins…
But boy, was I wrong.
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A glittery notebook on a table | Source: Midjourney
Last Tuesday, I came home early from a site inspection. The sky had turned overcast and heavy by the time I pulled into the driveway. It was the kind of weather that always seemed to remind me of hospital waiting rooms.
The house looked peaceful from the outside. Maya’s bike was still on the lawn, and Lily’s muddy gardening gloves were tucked neatly on the porch rail like always. I unlocked the door quietly, not wanting to disturb anyone if they were napping or busy with homework.

A man driving a car | Source: Midjourney
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Inside, the hallway smelled like cinnamon buns and craft glue. I took a step forward and paused when I heard Jenna’s voice from the kitchen.
It wasn’t warm or gentle. It was low and cutting, like a whisper wrapped in ice.
“Girls, you are not going to be staying here for long. So, don’t get too comfortable. James is doing what he can, but I mean…”
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