Three years after my husband’s sudden death, I thought I’d found happiness again with Ethan. I was ready to move forward for my daughter, Lucy, until she revealed a secret about him that shattered everything.

Life had been a struggle after Robert’s death, but Lucy kept me going. Then Ethan entered our lives, bringing warmth and joy. He seemed perfect—kind, patient, and adored by Lucy. I began to hope that maybe happiness was possible again. We even had a small wedding, believing we were moving forward into a new chapter.