Things seemed to improve when Ethan became more pleasant, which Mia attributed to his excitement over a new job offer in another city. Since she could work remotely and Lily was only in first grade, Mia agreed to the move, seeing it as a chance to rebuild their relationship.
After the move, Ethan settled Lily into a new school, and life appeared to stabilize. However, a few weeks later, Lily started coming home upset. One day, Mia found her daughter crying in her room, refusing to explain why. Eventually, Lily revealed a shocking truth — her teacher, Miss Harper, had told her she would be a better mother, and Ethan had laughed along.
Mia’s world collapsed as she realized Ethan was having an affair. The sudden shift in his behavior, the move, and the newfound kindness all made sense. Ethan admitted to the affair, revealing it had begun before they moved, but he broke it off when the job opportunity came up. Yet, he quickly became involved with Miss Harper shortly after arriving in the new city.
The next day, Mia confronted Miss Harper, who denied everything, but Mia wasn’t willing to risk her daughter being caught in such a situation. She transferred Lily to a new school, wanting to protect her from the chaos of Ethan’s infidelity.
Though painful, Mia knew divorce was the only solution. Ethan had shattered their relationship long ago, and it was time to make it official. Months into the process, Mia is focused on Lily, providing her with constant love and reassurance. Lily has moved on from Miss Harper and adores her new teacher. Ethan remains involved in Lily’s life, as both Mia and Ethan prioritize her above all else.
