The Stand In, Leaving the Seven Year Itch

Finding out Declan had a girl on the side happened right as our marriage entered its seventh year.

At first, it was just the faint trace of unfamiliar perfume on his collar.

Then came his five-day business trip abroad, during which he sent not a single word.

Later, a mutual friend hesitated before mentioning that a vibrant young girl was always seen by his side.

I laughed it off, making countless excuses for him.

After all, we had been together since we were seventeen―a whole decade.

I ref