Jack also learned the consequences of his actions. The social circle that once embraced him now turned away, and invitations dried up.
In her small rented apartment, Jacqueline felt a calm acceptance wash over her.
Not anger, not satisfaction, just the quiet realization that sometimes, the universe balances the scales.
A week later, Tom sent a text: “I made a mistake.” Four words, attempting to condense years of betrayal into a moment of convenient remorse.
Jacqueline stared at the screen, the old fury rising. But it wasn’t the explosive anger from that day. It was a slow, steady burn — the kind that lingers.
Her response was simple:
“All out of second chances.”
With that, she sent the message, feeling lighter than she had in days.
Life was waiting — and Jacqueline was ready to move forward, unburdened and unbroken.
