CHAPTER 146 REVELATIONS

Ethan woke up one weekend morning with a heavy heart and a determination to uncover the truth. The past few weeks had been a whirlwind of suspicion and unease, fueled by Madeline’s increasingly evasive behavior. She was constantly at the gym, or so she claimed, and each time she left, Ethan’s doubts gnawed at him a little more. Today was no different. As he sat at the breakfast table, stirring his coffee absently, Madeline breezed into the kitchen. She looked stunning as always, her gym clothes clinging to her new athletic frame. Ethan felt a pang of guilt as he watched her, wondering if he was making a mountain out of a molehill. But the doubt was relentless. “I’m heading to the gym,” Madeline announced, her tone light and casual. “I’ll probably be back in a couple of hours.” Ethan nodded, forcing a smile. “Alright. Have a good workout.” Madeline flashed him a quick smile before grabbing her bag and heading out the door. The moment it closed behind her, Ethan’s resolve hardened. H