Betrayed By My Perfect Marriage Novel – “Congratulations, Mrs. Lawrence,” said the doctor to Clementine Judd, “you’re pregnant.” Clementine stepped out of Lawrence Private Hospital, a warm glow spreading from deep inside her. She clutched the pregnancy test in one hand, practically floating toward her car.
Shall I fly out and surprise Jason? He’s on a business trip after all,’ thought Clementine. After two months of trying, it had finally worked. They had a baby. She started the car and dialed her husband, Jason Lawrence’s number, heart fluttering. “Clemmie, I’m in a meeting,” Jason’s familiar, calm voice came through immediately. “Oh, sorry! I’ll call you back later.” Clementine squeaked, hanging up instantly. Even just hearing him made her feel like she was swimming in honey.
They’d been married for two years. At first, Jason had been all work, no time for her. But lately, he had some breathing room, and their families had been pestering them about grandkids, so they’d finally put it on the agenda. And, of course, things had heated up fast. Her phone buzzed again. Seeing the name “Jason” on the screen made her stomach flutter. She picked up the phone, “Hello?” “I’m flying back tomorrow evening,” said Jason. “You need anything? I’ll get it for you.” His voice was low, warm, and steady, utterly reassuring.
Clementine was about to reply, then, a voice cut through her blissful bubble, shattering it into pieces. “Hey Jason,” said the voice, “have you prepared the baby’s formula?” Clementine’s smile froze. She couldn’t believe her ears. Her mind went blank. The rest of Jason’s words didn’t register. She felt dizzy, like the world had tilted on its axis. Two years ago, her mother had been diagnosed with cancer, and from then on, Clementine’s biggest worry had been her own future.
She’d had a boyfriend, but he’d dumped her, afraid of being dragged into her family’s crisis. That had pushed her straight into the matchmaking scene, and that was where she met Jason, another heartbreaking survivor. He approached her honestly, explained his situation, and Clementine had been touched. They clicked instantly and got married.
Though Jason had gone with her to the hospital to meet her mother and then disappeared for work, it wasn’t until after the wedding that she realized he was the Mr. Lawrence, the business tycoon. Seeing her panic at that time, Jason had comforted her gently. “You married me, a real person, not just a name.” He’d pinched her cheeks softly, trying to sooth her concern. “I’ll treat you well, Clemmie.” For a long time, Clementine had felt like she was in a fairy tale, afraid she’d wake up and it’d all vanish.
But the past two months, they’d been inseparable every night. Love, as the saying goes, grows stronger the more you nurture it. Neglect it, and it fades. And yet, just now, she heard a woman had asked him about the “baby”. Clementine was unsure if Jason had been cheating. She’d never been part of his world, since he’d always said it was too messy for someone like her. Hanging up the phone, Clementine shook off the daze, soaked in cold sweat.
The AC chilled her to the bone, every nerve screaming. Back home, she froze in the doorway, fingers brushing the low cabinet where they had been together just that day. The memory of his husky voice calling her “honey” made her shiver violently. She stopped touching it. Nausea rose, and she bolted upstairs to pack. She understood that this wasn’t her home anymore. And yet, she had almost finished when a shadow blocked the light above her.
It was Jason. “You’re going on a trip?” he asked casually. “No,” replied Clementine, voice tight and eyes stinging. “I’m moving out.” She looked up at him. How had he gotten home so fast? She thought. Or… maybe he never left. Heat and frustration surged inside her, but she forced herself to stay calm, trying not to crumble like a scorned little girl. She just stared. The glow of the room hit his sharp features, thick brows, piercing eyes, and those thin lips that somehow looked so composed. Yes, rumors circulated about Jason having another woman and a child.
Her friends had told her not to believe it. People like them were just stories for ordinary folks to fantasize about. She had trusted him… until now. Straightening, she tried to sound composed. “Jason, I have something to ask you,” she said. “Do you…” Jason’s phone suddenly rang. He glanced at it, then looked back at her. “One minute,” he said. “I’ll take this call.” Clementine didn’t flinch. Her voice trembling but firm, finally throwing out the question.
“Do you have another family?” Jason turned to her, holding the phone while raising an eyebrow. “Which family are you talking about?” Clementine’s anger boiled over, tears pricking her eyes. ‘What does he mean?’ she thought. ‘So he has more than one family?’ Jason had treated her well for these two years, but she couldn’t accept this. Her lips tasted bitter. She drew a deep breath. “Jason,” she said. “Let’s g