CHAPTER Forty FourSophia’s POVAfter Lena left, the house became quiet again, but the silence did nothing to calm my mind.In fact, it only made everything worse.I remained standing in the living room long after the door closed behind her. The twins had already gone upstairs, leaving me alone with thoughts I did not want and questions I could not answer.For years, I had convinced myself that I understood exactly what happened. For years, I believed I knew why I left. For years, I believed I had made the right choice. Now, for the first time, I was no longer sure.I slowly sat down on the sofa and pressed my fingers against my forehead.The memory came back again, just like it always did, the day before everything fell apart, the day I thought my future was finally beginning.I had been happy then. Truly happy, the wedding preparations were almost complete. Both families were involved. Calls were being made every day. Plans were being discussed. I had spent most of my time thinki
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