129 HOW LUCKY

ARIEL'S POV FIVE YEARS AGO Arriving in Canada felt like a new beginning for me. It was a chance to leave behind all the drama and pain that Luke had brought into my life. I was determined to start afresh and not let the thoughts of my ex-husband consume me. After all, we are officially divorced now. Canada was my opportunity to create a new life, one that was free from the hurt and turmoil of my past. I was ready to embrace this new country and all the possibilities it held for me. Those moments were really tough, and I could recall everything he did to me. The hurt and pain he caused me were almost unbearable. I knew I couldn't just forget about it all, but I also knew that starting a new chapter in my life and leaving him behind was the best thing for me. It wasn't easy, and there were moments where the memories would flood back and the hurt would resurface, but I was determined to move on and create a better future for myself. My top priority was letting go of the past and focusi