Chapter 4The Amnesia Protocol

"Where are you?"

Arthur called me.

I quickly suppressed the chaotic storm of emotions in my chest before forcing out the words, "Artie."

Hearing that I still hadn't "woken up," the man on the other end let out a clear sigh of relief.

"Chloe, come home early. It's time for your medicine."

"Okay."

Hearing him arrange for me to take the drug again sent a violent chill through my entire body.

I was completely, utterly disgusted by this husband.

I had told him once, long ago, that if the day ever came when he didn't love me anymore, he just had to be honest, and I would gracefully bow out.

But clearly, Arthur confused the desire for control with actual love.

I refused to settle for a love that was tainted.

I didn't even have the energy to expose his sick game. I just had to play along for one final act.

Then, we would be completely, permanently done.