CHAPTER 90 THE MORNING AFTER

Ethan tapped his hands on his lap several times, his impatience growing as he waited for Lisa to show up at the park. The night before had left him exhausted, having stayed up listening to Natalie's complaints about his sudden disappearance from the party. He sighed, recalling how he had left her alone and irritated at the gathering, seeking solace in the arms of Lisa. His hands clenched into fists as he resisted the urge to hurl the water bottle he was holding across the room. He had married Natalie because she seemed to understand him in a way that Amelia never could. However, the recent string of problems, especially since Natalie's pregnancy, had taken a toll on their relationship. In essence, he wasn't happy. The previous night held significant meaning for him. Lisa had brought a spark into his life, offering something that was lacking in his home with Natalie. He acknowledged the reality that his connection with Lisa was born out of a desire for excitement that had dwindled