Chapter 5 59 % X The sound of glass shattering echoed through the cabin , the water splashing everywhere . I tried to steady my breath as I watched the pieces scatter on the floor . Startled by the noise , Ingrid turned to me , her face filled with concern . " Frankie , are you okay ? " I shook my head , trying to regain my composure , but there was a strange tightness in my chest . Something felt off - like a hole had opened inside me , and I couldn't quite figure out why . Once she saw I was fine , Ingrid waved the flight attendant over to clean up the mess . Then , she gently took my hand , her touch soft . " Frankie , you know … my biggest wish in life is to marry you . Just thinking about walking down the aisle with you in a wedding dress makes me so happy . " Ingrid smiled at me , her eyes filled with hope and longing . For a moment , Ingrid's words soothed me . I gently rubbed her head and smiled back , the unease inside me easing a little . " I'm happy too , Ingrid , " I said , my voice tender . " Marrying you is my biggest wish in life . " At my words , her smile brightened even more , and I couldn't help but feel a warmth in my chest . Upon arriving in Grandshire , I immediately sent a message to Suzy . [ I've arrived safely in Grandshire . Take good care of yourself at home . I'll bring you a gift when I return . ] But this time , there was no immediate reply . Suzy , who always responded right away , didn't answer . I felt a strange unease stir in my chest . I didn't close the chat window as I usually do . Instead , I found myself scrolling through our old conversations . As I read the messages , something hit me hard . Throughout our marriage , it had always been Suzy who had started every conversation . [ Did your work go well today ? ] [ What do you want to eat ? I'll cook for you . ] [ Don't overwork , your health is the most important . I made you some chicken soup . Remember to eat it when you get home . ] Each one was simple but filled with care . And each time I had only given her short dismissive responses Chapter 4 3/3 13.3 % 23:18 Mon , Aug 11 - 59 % X And each time , I had only given her short , dismissive responses . I hadn't really noticed it before , but as I reread the messages , a wave of guilt hit me . I had always known how much Suzy had loved me . It was this love that had brought us together , that had made me marry her and have children with her . I knew loyalty was crucial in a marriage . That's why , even after marrying Suzy , I kept my distance from Ingrid . Even now , our ' divorce ' was just an act to fulfill Ingrid's wish , pretending to divorce Suzy so I could marry her . But deep down , I always planned to go back to Suzy once the month was over . I wanted a quiet , peaceful life with her . Yet , half an hour had passed since I sent the message , and Suzy still hadn't replied . A tight knot formed in my chest . It wasn't like her to leave me hanging like this . Just as my confusion grew , Ingrid walked over and asked , " Franco , what are you looking at ? " Instinctively , I closed the chat , keeping my expression neutral . " Nothing , " I replied casually . But Ingrid's eyes narrowed as she noticed the open chat window with Suzy . " Franco , we're about to get married . Why are you still in contact with her ? " She pouted , pretending to be jealous , though I could see the unease behind her smile . I fondly pinched her nose . " I was just making sure she wouldn't get suspicious . I told her about our itinerary so she wouldn't worry . " I smiled at her , pulling her close . " My heart , Ingrid , it only has room for you . " With that , I cupped her chin and kissed her cheek , feeling her tension ease . Sensing that the moment was right , Ingrid happily linked her arm with mine . " Then , shall we go try on wedding dresses now ? " she asked , excitement in her voice . " I'm so excited to see myself in a wedding dress . " I responded with a soft " Mm , " and led her to the car . As we walked , I noticed my grandkids trying to follow us , but Andrew and Karla stopped them . " It's time for the adults to have some time alone , " they said .