Tom’s sudden anger always felt unpredictable until I discovered a secret calendar in his office. Each red dot marked a night he’d pick a fight and then disappear. With the next fight just days away, I followed him and uncovered a disturbing truth.
Tom was once the man everyone loved—thoughtful, funny, and caring. I felt lucky to be his wife. But over time, his kindness faded, replaced by harsh words and sudden outbursts. After each fight, he’d vanish, leaving me alone with the pain.
One day, I found a plain calendar filled with red dots—each one matching a fight night. It wasn’t chance; it was planned.
Following him to a rundown building, I overheard him teaching others how to provoke fights to control their partners. It was manipulation, not help.
That night, I packed my bags, pinned the calendar with a message, and left. For the first time, I chose freedom—and peace.
