The Affair

Chapter 35

Kristen

Tears slid down my cheeks the moment I slammed the door shut. "I'm sorry, Kris."

"I should've known this would happen."

Zoey shook her head. "Fucking asshole."

"W-what if he's right? Tess is capable of anything, but she apologized and really seemed genuine about it."

"That bitch is a liar, Kris but it would be pretty fucked up to go to that extent."

I heard my phone ring in the living room and Zoey shook her head. "I got it."

"Who is it?"

"Not sure. I don't recognize it."

I took my phone out of her hand and accepted the call. "Hello? Who is this?"

"It's Carson."

"Tess's fiancé?"

"She's a petty bitch, Kristen. He didn't do it."

"How do you know?"

"I saw some pills on the counter near the beer can Brett had and some messages she sent to her friend about seducing him. He is telling you the truth."

"How can I believe that?"

"The proof is right in front of me."

"I need him to show me the proof."

"I grabbed the stuff and I'm heading to his place now."

"T-thanks, Carson."

"The engagement is off with Tess."

"It is?"

"Fuck that bitch."

I couldn't help but laugh. "I know."

After Zoey left, I heard a knock on my door. I grabbed Scarlett and opened the door. "Hello."

"Hi. May I come in?"

"Yeah."

Nodding, Brett sat on the couch and grabbed Scarlett. "God, I missed her."

"Did you?"

"Yes. I missed you even more."

"How do I know that you are telling me the truth?"

Brett looked at me and scowled. "You don't believe me? Carson explained everything to you, Kristen. What more can I do to explain myself? I did nothing wrong."

Sighing, I sat next to him and put my phone on the table. "I don't tolerate cheating, Brett."

He smiled and grabbed my hand, revealing the wedding band on his finger. "I told you I don't cheat, baby. Especially on you."

"What makes me any different?"

"I know how things went between Tess and I, but you were worth it, Kris. I can't imagine my life without you."

"Okay."

"So, you will believe me?"

"Yes. I'm sorry, I just... the photos were so overwhelming to look at and I just assumed you cheated on me. If you ever cheat on me, you will not see me ever again."

"You don't have to worry about that because it will never happen."

Later that night, I laid next to him staring at the ceiling. The only thing I could hope for was the truth, but I questioned one thing: if Tess has another plan in action to split us up.