Chapter 3 A decision that is worth it

Navelya

Episode 3

Navelya

After the departure of Ruben, I go to my shop where several customers are already present, supported by my employees. After welcoming customers, I head to my office. Not being a mood to work because of the bad day caused by Ruben, I decide to leave. I resume my handbag, leave the shop and take my car to go to my mother. Once arrived, I find her chatting with my father in the living room, and I join them.

__ Hello, dad, hello mom.

__ Hello, my daughter, replied my mother. On the other hand, my father did not even look up at me. He has always been remote with me since I told him about my divorce with Ruben. My father does not understand what I live with him, so it is easy for him to judge me.

__ Dad, don't you answer me? I asked by approaching him, but to my surprise, he got up from his seat.

__ Navelya, if you are still there to talk about your divorce with your husband, know that I don't have time to listen to your stories. I have more important things to do than hear your words.

__ Dad, but listen to me at least.

__ No, I have not raised an irresponsible person, I will not allow you to go from partner to a partner. You have to respect yourself and preserve your dignity. Stay with your husband and try to make it evolve if he treats you badly. It's up to you to guide him on the right path. This is a good woman, my daughter.

My father does not yet know what Ruben is capable of. You can never reason the great seducer Ruben. He is an authoritarian man and that since I knew him. How to reason with a man who believes that the whole world only revolves around him? No, I have tried but I think I will never get there. It's easier for my father to say that but he has no idea what I live with Ruben. My marriage is doomed to failure and now I have to take my life in hand.

"Think good and don't spoil everything, my daughter. I count a lot on you so don't disappoint me", he adds before leaving the room, slamming the door behind him.

Phew! I take a big breath before taking my eyes on my mother. I can see how much she shares my pain with me unlike my father who wants me in this marriage at all costs because Ruben pays her money every end of the month. Is my father really able to sell me for money? It's absurd, what kind of father can it do with his own daughter? My tears spring up without any effort. My mother approaches me and takes me in her arms.

__MA darling, don't worry. Everything will improve, I promise you. Everything will be back to normal.

__Maman, you don't understand. Ruben does not intend to change. There will always be the same, I'm sure.

__Calm my daughter, we will find a solution together.

__But mom, divorce seems to be the only way out.

__The divorce will not solve the problem. You have to have a sincere discussion with your husband. I am convinced that if you take up this challenge together, things will work out.

__Do you really think that I have not tried? I tried everything, but nothing worked. Ruben seems indifferent to my feelings, he does not care about anything. He seems to hate me more and more, when I love him with all my heart.

__ You see my daughter, how can you consider asking for a divorce from a man you love so much? Your father is right, divorce may not be the best solution. It is important that you take the time to think seriously before making a decision that you could regret later, my darling.

__ Mom, I already regret this marriage. What pushed me to believe in him? I feel responsible for everything that happens to me today. I should have taken the time necessary before committing to this unimportant union. I blame myself for having sabotaged my own life.

__ Stop crying, I can't stand seeing you in this state, my daughter. I am wholeheartedly with you.

__ If what you say is true, mom, then help me start the approach of divorce. That's all I ask you.

__ My daughter, it may be complicated. We do not make the weight in front of a man as powerful as your husband. You know very well that it is not possible.

__Mainst everything is clear enough for me. Are you all afraid of Ruben simply because he is a powerful man? I now understand your concern, but let me tell you one thing: I will get this divorce with or without your help. You can count on it. I will surprise you all. Notify Dad that he cannot stop me. I have to fight for my own happiness.

__Navelya, listen to me ...

__Non mom, it's good. I don't want to hear anything from both of you. You all disappointed me, mom especially you.

In a state of anger, I grab my handbag and go without saying a word. It's just incredible, my own parents turn my back on me when I need them most? I refuse to believe it, but anyway, I will get this divorce.

Along the way, I contact my lawyer and briefly tell him about the situation. He sets me up for the next day.

The next day, I meet my lawyer who undertakes to initiate divorce procedures. In just a few days, I can get the documents. I come across my arms and wait for this to materialize for me.

Finally, I will be able to get rid of this rope which compresses my neck. Just thinking about it, a smile formed on my face. Soon, I will be free, it is as if a dream is about to materialize. I look forward to that all of this ends.

To follow ......