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"Amid the shock and silence that filled the room, the weight of what I had just done began to sink in. Adam's eyes held a mix of surprise and hurt, and I felt a surge of regret wash over me. Despite the confusion clouding my memory, the knowledge of inflicting pain on someone I was told was my husband was distressing.

As Adam gingerly touched his bleeding lip, an unexpected wave of memories flooded my mind—images of a time when our relationship was filled with laughter and affection. These recollections clashed with my current feelings of confusion and distrust.

Grappling with my emotions, I took a step back, the enormity of the situation hitting me hard. "I'm sorry," I whispered, my voice barely audible in the heavy silence.