The Deep Sea Never Sees the Moon Novel

Chapter 1 Every time I had tried to kill myself , my husband Caspian had been the one to save me . But this time , when I locked the bathroom door and slid the blade across my wrist with perfect calm . He stormed in , dragged me into the bathroom , shoved me into the tub , and turned the icy water on full blast . " You want to die ? Fine . I'll help you . " If your father hadn't guilt - tripped me into marrying you , if you hadn't insisted on giving birth to this burden , I wouldn't be living in hell right now .

" Yes , he was right , our autistic son was a burden , even though I went to therapy , trying my best to play the role of a dutiful wife and mother . Maybe he could only be free when we were dead . Just then , his phone screen lit up . McKenzie Grant's name flashed across it . Instinctively , he let go of me to text her back . Blood spiraled through the water , blooming like ink . I let myself sink . *** But Caspian dragged me out of the water anyway . I was choking . Before I could even catch my breath , his palm came down hard across my face . " Rosalie ! Have you had enough ?

It's been five years ! You think you're the only one in pain ? Have you ever once stopped to care about how I feel ? " My check burned . The next moment , he pulled me into his arms , his scalding tears soaking into my neck . " Do you know what I'm most afraid of every single day ? It's not the business failing or Mal acting 0.00 % 11:28 Chapter 1 out . " His voice shook . 288 iVoucher " It's the phone ringing ... A call from the hospital, or the police, telling me something's happened to you . " He expertly found the bandages and wrapped my wrist .

From the bedroom came Malcolm's shrill cries , followed by the sound of him pounding on the door . Caspian immediately dropped everything and rushed off . Exhausted , I slowly picked my way through the wreckage , putting the house back in order . " I'm sorry , " I whispered , head bowed . " For all the trouble . " Caspian didn't respond . He pulled out his cigarettes and walked to the balcony . The lighter clicked several times before the flame finally caught . Just then , his phone rang . The ringtone was a soft piano melody - the one he'd set specifically for McKenzie .

He immediately answered . " Mackie . " " Cass , it hurts my heart every time I see you . " Her voice trembled with the perfect trace of a sob . " You were supposed to shine like diamonds . But now , you're trapped in a living hell . " Having a child like that and a wife who's always trying to kill herself - anyone else would've collapsed long ago . " Life's been too cruel to you . You deserve pure love , a peaceful life , and a real home with someone who understands you - someone who can truly be your comfort . " Silence stretched on .

When the wind nearly blew out his cigarette , Caspian finally spoke , his voice hoarse . " Yeah ... If only I had married you instead . " 27.99 % 11 : 280 I couldn't help thinking - what was I to him ? A burden bound to him by an old favor ? A chain forged by a child ? Or a failure who couldn't even control her own emotions ? I lifted the glass and sipped the cold water . It slid down my throat , spreading a chill that seeped into the hollow inside me . Early the next morning , the door opened . McKenzie stood there , framed by the light . " Rosalie , " she said crisply .

" I know you're in pain . But Cass is suffering more . " Even if you can't stand in his shoes , at least stop being his burden , okay ? " I'm begging you . Can you just ... try to hold yourself together ? " If you keep this up , you're going to break him . " I studied her for a long moment before answering . " Ms. Grant . " My voice was hoarse yet steady . " Our family matters are not your concern . " I moved to close the door . " Please leave . ' My hand had just touched the doorframe when she gasped . " Ah ! " She stumbled back , clutching her hand , her eyes instantly welling up .

Caspian's face darkened at once . He dashed over , grabbed my arm , and shoved me away from the door . I slammed into the wall with a thud . " Rosalie ! " he barked , his eyes blazing with anger and deep disappointment . 56.16 % 11:28 288 Vouchers " Is this what you want ? To make everyone as miserable as you are ? " " Cass , please , " McKenzie said , her voice trembling as she fought back tears . " Don't blame Rosalie . I stumbled ... ' " 1 " Don't defend her . I know what she's like . " Caspian shut his eyes . When he opened them again , there was nothing left inside but utter exhaustion .

" Do you know Mackie spent three months taking special education classes just to help you take care of Mal ? Today , she even took leave to take Mal to the sensory park for therapy ! " McKenzie chose that moment to crouch down and extend her hand to Malcolm with a bright smile . " Come with me to somewhere fun , okay? " A sharp pain stabbed my chest . Without thinking , I stepped between them . Malcolm feared strangers and hated being touched . Sudden changes could easily overwhelm him . Even kindness from someone unfamiliar could trigger him .

Yet his small hand lifted - slipping past me - and gently caught the hem of McKenzie's dress . " Okay . " Thanks , Mackie . " 80.14 % 11:28 Ruby Walker Ruby Walker is a rising voice in the world of romance and spicy fiction. With a gift for weaving deep emotions, sizzling chemistry, and unexpected twists, her stories are a blend of passion and drama that captivate readers from start to finish. Ruby's writing style is bold and irresistible-perfect for those who crave intense, addictive love stories.