Despite his misgivings, Chris forced himself to set aside his doubts during his deployment. However, the moment he returned home, the bitter realization struck him like a bolt of lightning – his suspicions had been justified. It wasn’t jealousy that had been eating away at him; it was betrayal. “Why would she lie to me?!” he seethed, rage simmering beneath his disbelief.

Gazing at his wife Natasha, Chris reminisced about the countless times they had reassured each other that nothing could tear them apart. Nothing could change right? They were well aware of the stories of Marine marriages crumbling under the weight of the challenges they faced. But not them. Chris and Natasha believed they were strong and different. Weren’t they?