2/My Husband Went on a Work Trip with His Female Colleague—Hours Later, He Called Me in Tears

That night, as Cameron and Lucy leave, Sienna’s phone rings. It’s Cameron, frantic and freezing in a snowstorm after their car stalls. He’s stranded on a remote road, and the connection is weak. His voice cracks as he whispers, “Goodbye, just in case.” In a rush of adrenaline, Sienna grabs Benjamin, and together they set off to find him.On the road, Benjamin admits that he sabotaged the car, pouring water into the gas tank because he didn’t want his parents to divorce. He confesses he thought if he could keep Cameron home, they’d be happy again. Sienna’s heart aches as she realizes the depth of their family’s struggles, but she knows she must push forward,

They find Cameron and Lucy in the snow, cold and shaken. Sienna’s calm, despite the betrayal, and gets them to safety. Back at home, Cameron admits to his lies and fears—he’d booked the room with Lucy to save money, not to cheat, but he never intended to tell Sienna. As he reflects on his actions, he admits he’s been checked out for a long time, caught up in his career and ignoring his family.Cameron leaves his high-powered job two weeks later, deciding he wants to be more present for Sienna and Benjamin. He takes a modest position, giving up the pressures of his old life for something simpler but more meaningful. Slowly, their family begins to heal. Cameron helps more at home, makes dinners, and even coaches Benjamin’s soccer team, a role he never would have taken before.