She shook her head, feeling a pang of guilt wash over her. "No," she admitted reluctantly, "I haven't gotten around to it yet." A part of her still felt guilty for abandoning Victor in such a way; even though she knew deep down that she couldn't go back to him, the thought of hurting him any further weighed heavily on her conscience.

Together, they spent the next few days preparing for their meeting with Victor. They gathered all of the necessary documents and information, making sure that they had everything in order before they faced him. As they worked side by side, Kelsey couldn't help but feel a sense of peace wash over her; a calm assurance that no matter what happened next, she would be okay as long as she had Ray by her side.

Finally, the day arrived when they were scheduled to meet with Victor.

Tears of relief and gratitude streamed down Kelsey's face as she nodded vigorously, wrapping her arms around Ray tightly. She felt a weight lift off her shoulders, a sense of freedom washing over her like a warm summer breeze. For the first time in years, she could see a future where she wasn't alone; where love and happiness were within reach. And as they kissed again, deeper than before, Kelsey knew that no matter what obstacles lay ahead, she would face them with Ray by her side.

Shivering with anticipation, Kelsey nodded eagerly, her heart racing as she began to undress, slowly revealing her body to Ray. As they lay together, skin against skin, she couldn't help but feel a sense of complete belonging; like this was where she was always meant to be. She nestled herself closer to him, grateful for the warmth and protection he provided, and marveled at how good it felt to finally be wanted and desired by someone other than her husband. "H-How about the condoms?"

"Victor?" she called out tentatively, not wanting to confront him yet but needing answers. There was no response. She waited for a moment longer before slowly opening the door and peeking her head out into the living room. It was empty. With a sinking feeling in her stomach, Kelsey went upstairs to their bedroom, searching for any other signs of his infidelity.

As she rummaged through their drawers and closets, she found a piece of paper folded up and hidden between two books on the shelf. Her hands trembling, she unfolded it carefully and read the note inside. It was from Hayato, pleading with her to leave Victor and come back to him.

"No," she whispered to herself, tears streaming down her face. "I can't do that." She crumpled up the note and threw it across the room before beginning to pack her things.