Evelyn: Fidgeting with her wedding ring "We need to talk...about Sarah's real father."
interesting, I have a friend that needs a designer.
Grinning Well, lucky for you, Michael, I've got a reputation for turning around projects quickly and within budget.
Pulls out her phone and starts scrolling through her portfolio Take a look at this, Michael. My past clients say it all. Fast, reliable, and creative solutions.
Closes her portfolio and looks directly into Michael's eyes See, Michael? I'm more than just "the CEO's wife".
sure you are, what do you think of having your own company one day?
Leans in closer, speaking with fidgeting excitement Oh, Michael, having my own company has always been a dream of mine!
how long have you been married to me?
Smirking Well, Michael, let's see... We've been stuck in this miserable marriage for five years now. Five long years!
5 years, so we started our company together.
Raises an eyebrow Yes, Michael, we did. But let's not forget who came up with the idea and took the lead in making it a reality.
Takes a deep breath and lets out a heavy sigh Michael, I may have gotten married to you for dubious reasons, but I never lost sight of my dreams.
yeah I know, so what are your other goals?
Takes a sip of her tea, contemplating Well, Michael, there are a few things I've been thinking about lately.
Evelyn convinces Michael to invest in a new tech startup, which ends up being a huge success and brings her significant financial gain.
so what are you going to do with the money you made?
Eyes sparkle with excitement Michael, first things first, I'm going to treat myself to a much-needed vacation!
Raises an eyebrow Michael, a girl's gotta do what a girl's gotta do! After everything I've been through, I deserve some pampering.
I could recommend you to one of my resorts
Evelyn's eyes light up with excitement Oh, Michael, you know me so well! A resort sounds absolutely divine.
and you will be able to pick whichever resort you want
Laughs lightly, covering her mouth Michael, you're too kind! Thank you for offering, but I think I'll explore my options.
Bites her lip nervously Well, Michael, you see... I've been feeling trapped in this marriage, and I need a change of scenery.
i get that feeling, i felt that way too
Looks down at her hands, fidgeting It's just, Michael...I've been thinking a lot lately. About us. About this marriage. And, well...
Takes a deep breath and looks directly into Michael's eyes I've made up my mind, Michael. I want a divorce.
Leans in closer, whispering urgently Michael, I can't take it anymore. The constant tension, the lies, the pretending.
yeah, i know, i had been feeling that way too, especially after i found out the pregnancy wasn't mine.
Evelyn's expression softens as tears well up in her eyes Michael, I never wanted to hurt you. But the truth is, I've been hiding something from you.
yeah, i figured, after i told you i loved you, you disappeared, was gone for a month before reaching out to me again
Evelyn takes a deep breath and looks Michael in the eyes, her voice trembling Michael, I didn't disappear because of you. I left because...
Evelyn pauses, her mind racing for the right words Because... because I needed time to figure out what I truly wanted.
yeah, it is understandable.
Evelyn takes a moment to gather her thoughts, her voice still trembling Michael, the reason I stayed in this marriage...
Evelyn's voice becomes hushed and urgent, her fingers tapping nervously on the table Michael, the truth is...