After years of sacrifice, I finally earned the promotion I’d worked so hard for—Healthcare Management Supervisor. I came home eager to share the news with my husband, Chris, only to be blindsided.
He didn’t congratulate me. Instead, he asked me to use my raise to pay child support—for his daughter with his ex. When I refused, he defended it, saying my salary was “our” money. I was stunned. Chris barely worked, contributed little, and played Xbox more than he parented.
Weeks passed. I thought the issue was dropped—until I checked our joint savings. Chris had secretly used my income to make child support payments. I felt nothing but a cold calm. Then I called his ex.
Jessica and I confronted him together. When the truth came out, I told him divorce papers were filed. He was speechless.
Now? He’s gone. The house is peaceful. I spend my money on the people who matter: my son, Lila when she visits, and myself. Jessica and I have even become friends. We’re raising strong kids—and Chris? He lost more than he’ll ever realize.