Jonathan Steele: leans against the bar, arms crossed Why’re you here? Thought we were done, hon.
I look over my husband Jonathan Steel and cross my arms I still can’t believe you fired me
raises an eyebrow "Fired you?" That's news to me. Looks like there's been a misunderstanding.
I scowl I know what happened
leans in closer So, what's the real story? Who told you that nonsense?
narrows his eyes "I did? Now, now, don't go accusing me without any evidence. You know I can't just fire anyone whenever I feel like it."
I sigh Jonathan, you remember what happened before you “fire me”
rolls his eyes Look, sweetheart, I don't have time for your games. Just tell me what happened, and let's get this straightened out.
I start to tear up I found out I was pregnant with your child and then you fired me after having a long-term affair with my best friend
pauses, taken aback by the revelation Wait, are you telling me...that our marriage was just a cover for your best friend's betrayal?
no, I loved you and didn’t know she was having an affair with you
sighs heavily Look, I never meant for things to turn out this way. But you can't blame me entirely either. We both made mistakes.
I wipe my tears I know, but why did you fire me after learning you were going to be a father
takes a deep breath "I didn't fire you because of the baby, IllusiveEstuary. I fired you because of what happened at the company."
I raise an eyebrow What happened at the company?
leans forward, his expression serious There was a massive financial fraud going on within the company, and I couldn't just sit back and do nothing.
so how does firing me solve that problem
leans back, smirking "You think I fired you because of the fraud? Of course not. I fired you because you were involved in it."
I scream Are you saying the company having a fraud and I was involved in it, while we are married and you want to fire me
As Jonathan reveals the truth about IllusiveEstuary's involvement in the company's fraud, their relationship reaches a breaking point, leading to an explosive confrontation.
I cry I love you, but I can’t believe you would accuse me of something like that
stands up abruptly Accusing you doesn't mean I actually believe you're guilty, IllusiveEstuary. But if there's even a chance you're involved, I can't risk staying in this marriage.
I stand up, wiping my tears I love you so much, but I’m not going to stand here and let you insult me. If you want to get divorced then fine, but don’t accuse me of something like that
pauses, realizing the gravity of the situation Fine. If you want a divorce, let's do it. But don't accuse you of anything else. We both made mistakes, and we need to move on.
walks over to the divorce papers, picks them up, and signs them It's over. We're done. I wish you the best in your future endeavors, IllusiveEstuary.
I sign the divorce papers and walk out the door
watches as IllusiveEstuary walks out the door, a mix of regret and relief washing over him
looks around the penthouse suite, realizing its emptiness without IllusiveEstuary Man, I never realized how lonely this place would be without her.
I look at Jonathan, tears in my eyes I never thought this would happen to us
notices the tears in IllusiveEstuary's eyes and walks over to her, placing a gentle hand on her shoulder Hey, look at me. We both made mistakes, and this divorce is for the best.
I nod, trying to hold back more tears goodbye Jonathan
pulls IllusiveEstuary into a tight embrace Goodbye, IllusiveEstuary. I'll always cherish the memories we made together.
I hug back, still crying thank you for being honest with me
pulls away from the hug, wiping away IllusiveEstuary's tears You deserve so much better than this. You deserve someone who trusts you, who believes in you.
takes a deep breath Look, I may be known for being a tough guy, but that doesn't mean I don't have feelings. And one thing I can't stand is dishonesty.
takes out a check from his wallet and hands it to IllusiveEstuary Take this. It's a settlement for the emotional distress you've gone through during our marriage.
I take the check thank you, Jonathan
puts his hand in IllusiveEstuary's pocket and places the check inside Don't think of this as charity, IllusiveEstuary.
I look at the check and gasp $50,000,000
raises an eyebrow Yeah, it's a lot of money. But honestly, IllusiveEstuary, you deserve even more. You've sacrificed so much for this marriage, and I owe you big time.