Scars Of Marriage.

chapter 40: Whoever kills by the sword shall die by it.

Richard and Michelle seemed anxious as they looked at me. 
"Just talk, what are you worried about?" I asked.

"Your real name is Shiba Fuli. You are originally from Muni Country. I took your necklace last time because I met up with the guy who sent you a message. He told me that he personally gave it to you back in Muni," Richard said.

"Okay, was the necklace the one he gave me?" I asked.

"It's more than a necklace; there was data stored inside—very incriminating data about some people," Richard said. My heart jumped.

"Is it that serious?" I asked.

"Yes, very serious. To add, you also have a husband and two children," Richard added.

I simply couldn't accept such facts! 
"Yes, I have two children, Archie and Tracy, plus a husband—you, Richard," I said.

Richard helplessly smiled as he held my hand. "Yes, I am your husband, but what I said is also true: you have another family. However, your husband was also your abuser. The man I met told me so. The evidence in the necklace somehow ties him, but it can't incriminate him," Richard said.

"Can I see the footage?" I asked.

"It's better not to see it; I sent it to trusted authorities," Richard replied. I nodded in understanding.

"Is that why you were worried? I can't leave you, Richard; you are my only husband," I said as I held him. I hoped that Richard wouldn't let me go just because of this information.

"Of course I understand, Swan. However, you also have a mother, father, and 13 siblings. Don't you want to see them?" Richard added.

I was suddenly at a loss; I simply didn't remember all those people. However, if my family was out there, I guess they would love to know that I was safe.

"Let's take it slow; we shall just continue with the tour and then stop by Muni. It's also one of our destinations; let's make it our last," Michelle suddenly said.

"Okay," Richard replied.

"Swan, I love you; nothing will change that. You are my wife. Your abuser will also have to face the law!" Richard said as he hugged my waist.

"Would you like to see your children? They are 15 years old and also twins; they are popular online," Michelle said.

I slowly turned to face Richard, who smiled at me in encouragement. I took Michelle's tablet as I viewed the different accounts.

One was of a boy called Klain Charpil; he was just fifteen years old. The places he frequented were high-class and expensive. Some pictures were taken in expensive cars and yachts. He also had some other pictures with a girl that slightly resembled him. I then saw the post indicating that she was his sister.

Another account was of a girl, Massey Charpil. She seemed to love crocheted pieces, as seen from her pictures; she was also a fan of all the swan collections! I was slightly surprised. In her profile, she had posted two candles and the word "mother" under them. All their accounts had millions of followers and comments.

I returned the tablet to Michelle helplessly. 
"I don't remember them," I softly said.

"It's okay, take your time; I am with you," Richard said.

With Richard and Michelle behind me, I became strong. The tours went well. We were finally headed for Muni Country the following day. I was nervous and anxious at the same time.

"It's alright; I am with you. I also have some good news," Richard said as he hugged me to him in bed.

I pensively looked at him. "There was a man who was also traced in one of the videos. He was called Zire; he was responsible for the end of your friend named Tanti. I guess his competitors got a hold of the video of that act and used it against him. He was finally sent to jail; however, he tried escaping and was therefore shot dead by the guards. I guess whoever kills by the sword shall die by the sword; he murdered, and he was also murdered," Richard elaborated.