My Wife Claims Our Daughter Supports the Divorce. My Response: 'Life’s About to Get Easier'"

my wife agreed to the divorce without hesitation and before I could process it the divorce papers arrived at my doorstep while I was stationed overseas shocked I immediately called my wife Lucy who was adamant about the decision that's right she said coldly I'll be seeking a substantial amount of alimony it's your fault for constantly neglecting our family to my dismay my beloved daughter Hazel chimed in that's correct daddy you have to take responsibility hearing Hazel side with Lucy deeply wounded me this will make our lives easier Lucy added almost sounding like she relished in tormenting

me little did she know I had a plan to swiftly obtain a divorce move abroad and transfer everything into her name my name is George and I'm a 55-year-old Salesman currently leading the sales department at a prominent Trading Company much like my father who also worked in sales I spent a significant portion of my childhood overseas which allowed me to become fluent in five languages After High School I moved in with my grandparents and attended a prestigious University following In My Father's Footsteps I joined a Trading Company aspiring to become a glow tring salesman I

had numerous employment options but I chose my current organization due to its active involv involvement in global trade despite obstacles like the economic downturn following the bubble's burst and the stock market crash during the lemon crisis I managed to achieve remarkable results the recent pandemic severely impacted the global economy but we're gradually recovering overseas business trips have resumed and as the sales head I frequently travel for crucial negotiations another tripa Lucy remarked sarcastically as I packed for my next Journey this one might take a while I responded calmly and I'm counting on you to take

care of the house Lucy smirked turned away and left the room after finishing my packing I headed to the living room for a break only to overhear Lucy's discontented voice he's making a big show of packing by himself so passive aggressive well it's better if he doesn't need our help isn't it Hazel replied in a conciliatory tone I sighed took a few steps back and cleared my throat before entering the room oh Dad are you all ready Hazel asked reaching out to me but Lucy remained silent sulking as she turned away I'm ready to go

I declared early departure is on the cards tomorrow this journey will be a lengthy one I prepared some coffee and returned to my quarters Lu Lucy and I have occupied separate bedrooms for almost two decades she held seniority over me at the company working the front desk with her captivating appearance and effortless charm she was the center of attention men from all Corners flocked to her desperate to capture her affection hailing from abroad I lacked experience with women I preferred the company of my high school and University friends never having a romantic partner to Lucy

I must have seemed like a mere child undeserving of her time yet as a newcomer I gained recognition as a promising Prospect inadvertently becoming a sort of celebrity one day when I visited the reception Lucy coverly handed me a hairpin with her phone number inscribed most would have been elated but I was so engrossed in my work that I could not fathom the company's star bestowing such attention upon me thus I disregarded her her gesture on her way home from work she unexpectedly confronted me and insisted we go to a restaurant while spping her wine

she directly asked George do you have a girlfriend feeling nervous I replied no I'm too focused on learning the job right now ah you're so serious but I've heard the executives have high hopes for you you're talented and multilingual a true Rising Star she said gazing at me with admiring eyes I tried to downplay it saying speaking multiple languages is common here and your humility too you're truly remarkable she remarked her words didn't particularly move me but they seemed to inspire something in her after several more shared meals we somehow found ourselves in an approved

relationship at the company as my business trips abroad became more frequent Lucy was always delighted it's amazing you're taking solo International trips after just one year you're definitely executive material she'd say her eyes shining with pride in time I grew to genuinely love Lucy and after 3 years I proposed I'm so thrilled she said I'll be by your side ready to uplift and back you up she'd assured determined to be a steadfast companion after our marriage Lucy resigned from her job several of her male co-workers expressed grief and resentment towards me but by then I

had earned respect in the sales department and no one dared to voice their complaints directly soon after our wedding we discovered that Lucy was pregnant we moved quickly but Lucy was severely affected by Mourning sickness and found it challenging to manage household chores I did my best to assist but nothing I did seemed to satisfy her the kind Lucy who used to praise me during our courtship had vanished I kept telling myself that her behavior was solely due to the pregnancy hoping she would revert to her former self once the morning sickness had passed however

the reality was not that straightforward when Hazel was born the knights were arduous Lucy would often say at least take care of her when you're home and leave me with a crying Hazel after I returned late at night on the few days I had off I spent my time catching up on cleaning and laundry being young I believed that postpartum women were delicate and required gentle treatment as my parents from abroad had taught me despite my exhaustion I persevered in supporting my family Lucy often delegated household duties and child care to me but she never

let me slack off at work thankfully Hazel remained healthy avoiding any major illnesses time passed quickly and before long nearly 30 years had gone by yet my relationship with Lucy Had significantly cooled nonetheless I take pride in having given my all for my loved ones when I was promoted to department head at my company 5 years ago we even moved to a high-rise apartment as Lucy had wished after all a department head at a prestigious firm is expected to reside in such a setting for a Time Lucy seemed content and we coexisted harmoniously regrettably this

piece was shortlived and Lucy's attitude once again turned icy she was willing to handle Hazel's chores but refused to take on my share the misery of Performing household tasks with my weary aging body was Indescribable thoughts of divorce crossed my mind numerous times but being constantly occupied and having Hazel nearby to deterred me from following through she speaks ill of me where I can overhear casting unflattering remarks in my direction all right then I'm off I muttered quietly in the empty hallway the next early morning and left the house for me now work is where

I feel most purposeful after successfully completing the travel procedures and boarding the plane I closed my eyes my body felt heavy because I couldn't fall asleep easily last night as I closed my eyes yesterday's conversation between Lucy and Hazel echoed in my mind ha acting as if you done nothing wrong with that holier than thou attitude that's what I can't stand Lucy started complaining as soon as I stepped out of the living room with my coffee well it's because of him working hard that we can enjoy our life isn't it I really wish you try

to keep him in a good mood a bit more Hazel with a laugh in her voice tried to calm Lucy down when Hazel was young she was attached to me always calling Dad Dad but as she get puberty she started to rebel against me on the other hand she seemed to gravitate towards Lucy who wasn't much of a caretaker but was fashionable and Youthful Lucy indifferent to Parenting must find Hazel who speaks sweetly a more manageable partner compared to me who can be nagging especially when it comes to expensive decisions like high school or college

enrollment Hazel more cunning than Lucy cleverly navigated between the two of us to benefit herself initially troubled by Hazel's rebellious attitude I was pleased when she became docile but a certain event made me realize her true nature was twisted I used to criticize Hazel for not finding a job after graduating from college calling her activities Bridal training while she just hung out but now I don't even feel like saying anything dad do you know any good guys at your company I wish to find someone reliable and wonderful like you Hazel would occasionally say when I

was home almost like she was flattering me well if I see someone promising I'll introduce him to you I'd respond with a smile but my heart had grown cold in the end Hazel probably just wants someone convenient to leech off just like Lucy does one victim in this family is enough so I've been dodging the issue pretending to look around you know he never introduces any men to me I'm already 28 I want to get married soon and become a graceful stay-at-home wife like you Mom Hazel would say she's already in the midst of her

elegant Bridal training isn't she well boring guys like him are just a drag wouldn't recommend they giggled together but hey if you want to have fun there are plenty of ways to do that right ah mom really saying that in front of your daughter they burst into uncontrollable laughter I entered the room without making a sound unnoticed by them ah what am I going to do with those two I thought but they're my family after all I drink my coffee feeling a sense of emptiness the coffee was too bitter keeping me from falling asleep easily

before I knew it I had arrived at my destination in Bangkok it seems I had fallen asleep while deep in thought leaving the plane I felt a sense of refreshment a stark contrast to the heaviness I felt on leaving home at the airport I met up with the local staff who came to pick me up and was guided to the branch office there we discuss the details of this transaction Thailand is a vital Hub in Southeast Asia for our company holding significant importance on the final day of my trip after smoothly progressing through negotiations and

successfully concluding the contract all that was left was my return home a letter from Japan arrived at the hotel where I was staying why would they send it by mail when a call or email from the company would suffice especially since it was addressed to me personally curious I opened it to find a single piece of paper inside unfolding it I saw that it was a divorce paper signed and stamped by Lucy sending the papers all the way to Bangkok couldn't she have waited until I got back to Japan feeling frustrated I decided to call

Lucy anyway oh how unusual did the post arrive by any chance Lucy asked her tone dripping with meaning yeah the divorce papers did what's this all about I asked calmly LC grinned and laughed what do you think I want divorce you've been neglecting the family so much that I finally run out of patience she declared triumphantly is that so I responded Lucy just laughed scornfully I'm serious even our daughter agrees with the divorce she rattled on not giving me a chance to speak so there you go I'll be taking a hefty alimony thank you very

much it's all your fault for always disregarding the family in the background I could hear Hazel's voice that's right it's all dad's fault you better take responsibility she said berating me this will make our lives easier as I listened to their beage of insults Lucy burst out laughing come on Why So Silent shocked at being dumped maybe he's crying over there I quietly told them OD let's get a divorce I'll give you everything I own I promise I'll also take the savings you have no complaints right after all I supported you all this time so

you should be grateful and hand it over Lucy said and I could almost see her smirking over the phone understood letun proceed with that I said as I heard their triumphant laughter I hung up the phone while things are about to get busy I muttered to myself and decided to get moving right away Upon returning to Japan I immediately submitted the divorce papers and completed all the necessary procedures feeling a sense of relief I hadn't felt in 30 years I cracked open a beer leaned back in the chair i' brought out onto the deck and

enjoyed the pleasant Breeze a hum escaped me involuntarily then my cell phone rang loudly who's that I thought picking up the phone Lucy's name flashed on the screen hello I answered and immediately Lucy's hysterical screaming blasted through the line what do you think you're doing she yelled her voice so loud it distorted the sound what do you mean what do you think you're doing what's going on I responded cooly for a moment all I could hear was her heavy breathing as if she was out of breath something about a certificate of content arrived she started

speaking again still panting just as it says due to the divorce your infidelity has been uncovered so I'm claiming compensation it's not just that is it I said my voice steady Lucy's voice trembled yeah it includes the DNA test results that Hazel isn't my daughter right there's also evidence you tricked me into raising Hazel so I'm asking for the return of all the child rearing expens I've incurred if you're not willing we'll go to court but I can't pay something like $300,000 she stammered then why not have Hazel's real father pay seems fair doesn't it

what were you talking about she stuttered don't play dumb I know everything all of it I said in a low voice making Lucy gasp in fear but but he doesn't have that kind of money anymore his ex wife took everything the savings the retirement fund everything her feeble excuse was as good as admitting Hazel had a different father I was exasperated by Lucy's usual foolishness it's the former Executive Vice President brown right Lucy gasped on the other end of the phone I only found out about this recently myself surprised me too to think that our

Matchmaker at our wedding was actually your lover h Lucy Lucy groaned but then as if realizing something asked did you tell Brown's wife about this I was impressed Lucy caught on for once that's right you catch on quick I gathered all the evidence and informed his wife all this meddling is too much she said grinding her teeth but there was nothing more Lucy could do his wife was Furious about the years of betrayal their son is a lawyer and through his connections they hired a top-notch attorney they managed to take almost all of his assets

didn't they I added speaking of which his wife mentioned she was going to sue you for damages as well what did you say Lucy screamed and then there was the sound of rustling papers ah this it seemed she had also received a certified letter from Brown's wife demanding $50,000 in Damages I can't pay that wow that's $350,000 in total impressive good luck with that hey if you short on cash you could always sell some land oh that's right the deed is in my name now isn't it Lucy's voice brightened at my reminder that's right it's

all done so I'm going to hang up now after hanging up I couldn't help but burst into laughter about a year ago I accidentally learned of Lucy's trickery and the truth about hazel as for my former boss the ex-executive vice president Brown I learned his secret when I was supposed to dine with a client at a restaurant the client was running late by about an hour and while waiting I decided to get some coffee as I turned around I saw Lucy and brown entering together Brown was my boss and Lucy being from the same company

knew him well especially since he was the Matchmaker at our wedding we've continued to send gifts for midar and yearin traditions without fail but the way Lucy and brown were together that time felt more intimate than just acquaintances there was a strangely clingy Vibe I didn't say anything and immediately turned around making sure they didn't notice me conveniently they were seated at a table across from mine separated by a pillar I couldn't see them but in the quiet restaurant I could barely hear their voices Lucy it's been a while yes I thought we could see

each other more since you retired but you never get in touch Lucy's voice sounded petulant my bad my bad when I was working any excuse would do but now that I'm at home it's harder to find a reason to go out I was confused Brown must have retired last year so why this sudden familiarity Lucy's tone was so different completely unlike the aloof attitude she usually showed me how's Hazel is she doing well Lucy asked her voice warm yes she's really into K-pop Idols lately making a fuss about going to their concerts Brown replied hearing

Hazel's name I couldn't help but listen more closely is that so no prospective husbands in sight Lucy continued not at all I keep telling George to introduce her to some promising young men but that incompetent fool can't bring a single decent Suitor she spat out did she just call me incompetent Brown laughed lightly mocking me as well that's to be expected of him HEK not the type to think ahead raising someone else's child for 30 years without a hint of Suspicion just shows how oblivious he is someone else's child that phrase kept echoing in my

mind leaving me panicked it was right after George proposed to you so I let my guard down Brown continued but it's good George never doubted it he believed she was his own they laughed together joyously I really want to tell everyone she's my daughter my wife and I only had Sons so having a daughter later in life is special Brown added I'm pleased to hear you say that Hazel knows you're her real father and is proud of it Lucy responded is that so if she wants anything make sure she tells me I want my precious

daughter to have the best brown said let's go dine at a fancy restaurant together sometime soon Lucy suggested her tone weedling but I was Far Beyond caring Hazel knows her real father and is proud of it my vision darkened and cold sweat broke out I felt faint barely recalling the rest of their conversation somehow I managed to leave the restaurant unnoticed and called my client to cancel our meeting claiming I wasn't feeling well the client apologized concerned about my health strangers are far Kinder I found myself muttering I've been betrayed by my former boss my

wife and my daughter all alone I don't remember how I got home but when I came to I was lying on my bed neither Lucy nor Hazel had come home yet as I stared up at the ceiling I swore I would uncover the truth about Lucy and brown hiring a private investigator didn't take long to confirm my suspicions they were involved in an affair worse it started even before she married me talking to someone who had retired I learned their Affair was quite well known back then then came the DNA test when Hazel came home

drunk and fell asleep in the living room I secretly took a saliva sample I felt utterly miserable doubting the paternity of the daughter I had once cherished but now realizing she was just as deceitful as Lucy my anger replaced any lingering affection the results confirmed it she wasn't my biological daughter as I looked at the evidence of Lucy and Brown's infidelity and the DNA test results I laughed it was a dry Hollow laugh I'll use this evidence to drag them through the mud I swore to myself a year went by as I waited for the

right moment when Lucy lied about going to a hot spring with friends and instead went out with brown I didn't miss my chance I contacted Brown's wife revealing their affair with the evidence I had gathered she turned pale as she examined the proof but promised to fully cooperate with me with the help of a top-notch lawyer and her son we stripped Brown of everything he was cast out just as his wife had promised it's your turn now I'd remember her words when I reported back to her 3 days later then Lucy called me again her

voice frantic what's the meaning of this she yelled what do you mean what's the meaning of this maybe you should expand your vocabulary I replied exasperated Lucy breathed heavily in frustration you transferred the deed to that land that remote Mountain it's practically worthless I talked to a real estate agent and they said I'd lose money selling it the maintenance fees and taxes are a nightmare I calmly replied to her shrill protests you said you wanted everything I owned I just made your wish come true thanks by the way that land from grandp po was a

burden so you taking it off my hands really helped me out after my sarcastic thanks Lucy probably fell silent from sheer anger then I Heard a Voice Shout Mom it's a disaster wait Dad is that you the call switched to video chat and Lucy's face looked Furious while Hazel was pale with shock I just went to the bank to check our account Mom calm down there's less than $100 left Lucy's jaw dropped Dad what's going on Hazel glared at me there's no money left because you all spent it I replied calmly Lucy glared at me

raising her voice take a good look my paycheck gets deposited right but almost every month it just disappears and what about the bonuses they went straight to your overseas trips designer bags and spa treatments no way that can't be true but as Hazel looked at the bank statements her expression said it all she was dumbfounded you know George Lucy continued it's your job to take care of your wife and daughter yet you haven't managed to save a single penny you're utterly incompetent I met her harsh words with a cold response I haven't bought anything for

myself since we got married everything was for you and Hazel and what did I get in return betrayal and mockery why should I satisfy someone who treats me like that behind Lucy I noticed Brown peeking out it seemed he'd been there all along kicked out by his wife he must have ended up at Lucy's Place George long time no see brown said trying to sound calm though he looked more disheveled than before long time noi Mr Brown i' replied firmly his face Twisted as I continued after betraying people for so long now you're kicked out

with no home or money what do you want from me Brown forced a smile well what's the matter George that's not like you we're talking about the wife you've been with for 30 years and the daughter you cherish stop being petty and help them out will you his words made my blood boil help why should I why don't you help Lucy and Hazel if you care so much Brown Shrugged sadly George I'm just an old man now my relationship with Lucy wasn't what you think she was just helping me out so please with a Generous

Heart help Lucy and Hazel and me too in our time of need I watched him realizing he might have always been this Shameless but it was only now becoming clear just then Hazel cried out almost screaming dad your daughter's in trouble we can't even afford food you stop the credit card remember it's been unusable since yesterday then Hazel maybe you should work can support your real father I replied coldly what are you talking about you're my father Hazel shot back her eyes Fierce and determined didn't you say you'd rather have a rich executive as your

father than someone incompetent like me if that's the case you should cherish that father you're so proud of I said trying to guide her to the truth Hazel exploded what are you talking about sure I heard he was rich and had a fancy degree but now he's just a broke jobless old man I don't need someone who can't even buy me anything she started stomping and yelling while Brown beside her looked petrified right you transferred all your assets saly didn't you then this house belongs to her she said we could sell it and get a

significant amount of money panicked Brown blurted out yes that's right it's the high-rise luxury apartment it might fetch around a million dollar WR Lucy Hazel's anger vanished as she suddenly smiled that's amazing we're set for a while Brown turned to me cheerfully George my apologies but we're going to sell this condo you bought and use the money for living expenses and aloan payments I enlightened him with a simple fact what are you talking about this condo was never in my name so doesn't belong to Lucy Lucy was shocked but that's not what you promised you

said you'd give me all your assets I smiled yeah that's why I transferred the ownership of those mountains to you plus I gave you the furniture and appliances you bought for your hobbies even though they were bought with my cart those mountains are nothing but a nuisance Lucy exclaimed slumping to the floor then whose name is this condo under Hazel demanded at that moment a man popped up beside me causing Hazel and the others to scream this is Kenny my childhood friend and current employer what employer what are you talking about Lucy asked bewildered I

quit my job and am now in Bangkok Thailand I explained Kenny's been running a company here and had invited me before I never mentioned it because I knew you'd never approve the first thing I thought after getting divorced and becoming free was that now I could work with Kenny but what about this condo Lucy pressed on Kenny took over long time no see Lucy you might not remember me we only met at the wedding I bought this condo as an investment I didn't want to rent it to just anyone and when I heard George was

looking for a place I told him he could rent it cheaply I'll saving up to build his dream house after retirement so that's why the condo is Kenny's I added watching as Lucy and the others looked disappointed their plans to sell it ported Kenny continued cheerfully you'll probably hear from the real estate agent but please move out by the end of this month I rented it to George and his family but now that you're divorced Lucy you're a stranger and Hazel wasn't really his daughter right so I have no reason to rent the place to

you Lucy and the others started shouting at each other hurling insults it all stemmed from Mom making dad angry I told you to handle it better I said first Brown told me to trick George into thinking Hazel was his child when I got pregnant if you're going to deceive at least keep it up until the end you got caught because you were sloppy it's your fault the argument had become unpleasant and unbearable if you want the debate do it later pack your belongings now I'm ending this call I stated firmly the trio glared at me

then Lucy Cried Out George it was all a misunderstanding it was an error I only love you when I was younger this man deceived me hazel was a mistake and I don't need her anymore let's pretend the divorce never happened I'm a victim too so let's go back to how things were please I was just lonely and foolish Hazel snatched the phone from Lucy dad you're the only dad I have you've always taken care of me don't listen to Mom let's live together just the two of us I'll show you your grandchildren someday can I

come live with you too immediately Brown chimed in George bang is an excellent choice southeast Asia is booming I'd love to work at that company too despite my age my achievements speak for themselves please introduce me to your friend Kenny the trio argued over the phone trading insults back and forth Kenny and I watched in disbelief feeling overwhelmed finally I quietly hung up the phone the past decade had been a grueling Journey for Kenny with empathy he acknowledged the challenges I had confronted in cutting ties with those who had caused me to stress as we

clinked our chill beers a sense of relief washed over us toasting to the Newfound Freedom that lay ahead the real estate agent directive had compelled Lucy and her companions to vacate the condo despite their efforts to remain regrettably her family had refused to provide them shelter leaving them to wander between internet cfas Brown's circumstances were even more dire as his wife's powerful connections had obstructed his ability to secure employment or lodging ultimately his desperation led to an unfortunate Outburst resulting in his arrest as I reflected on these events a sense of vindication emerged tempered by

the realization of the profound personal toll that betrayal and adversity can take ashamed Lucy and Hazel vanished from the city Without a Trace rumors swirling about them living in seclusion in the distant mountains since then I've joined Kenny's company and and our Sals have steadily climbed the people here are kind filling the void left by Lucy and Hazel sharing a beer with Kenny after work discussing the business and reminiscing has become my greatest joy despite my fatigue I'm deeply grateful for this change reflecting back I see I wasted time due to misjudging people but those

lessons have taught me to treasure the wonderful company I now have in the years ahead I aimed to cherish my relationships and time even more