When my husband demanded a paternity test for our newborn daughter, I was shocked and hurt. Little did I know, his accusation would uncover something much worse.
Three weeks ago, I gave birth to our daughter, Mia. During my pregnancy, Bruce was excited, rubbing my belly and assembling the crib. But when he held Mia for the first time, his reaction was odd. His expression lacked the excitement I expected.
Over the next few days, he kept looking at Mia with a confused, almost suspicious expression. I assumed it was just new-dad nerves, but his behavior worsened. One evening, he asked to talk and suggested we get a paternity test. He claimed Mia’s hair was too dark, and he needed to be sure.
I was stunned. After eight years together, now he was questioning my loyalty? As he insisted, a thought crossed my mind—what if he was projecting guilt? I checked his phone and found messages with his coworker, Frances, making plans for a secret meeting at a hotel.
I didn’t confront him immediately. Instead, I decided to test his loyalty. I drove to the hotel that evening and confirmed his affair. The next day, I agreed to the paternity test, watching his surprise at my sudden compliance.
When the results came back showing Mia was his, I handed him the paternity test and divorce papers. As he begged for forgiveness, I coldly told him I couldn’t forgive him. Mia deserved better.
In the weeks that followed, I allowed Bruce to be part of Mia’s life, but I knew we’d be fine on our own. Some betrayals can’t be forgiven, but they can lead to a new, stronger beginning.