"I don't know if that's worse," I respond coldly. "You wanted us all to live a lie: me, unaware of the truth; Blake, thinking you truly wanted to be with her; and you, believing you could keep this up indefinitely."
Ryan lowers his gaze. There's nothing left to say. His deceit hurt us all, but most of all, our daughter. And she is the only thing that really matters now.
"Forgive me, Michelle." That's all he says and turns to leave. I just hope this is the last time we touch on this topic. It's not healthy. I close the door and lean against it. Only I know how hard this all is. But letting go is an act of love too.
***
Ryan
I leave Michelle's apartment and, upon reaching the ground floor, I pause for a moment. I look up. From here, her home stands out effortlessly, as if claiming its o
