A New Bride Teaches Her Husband A Lesson He’ll Never Forget

While I waited, I fumed. I couldn’t believe David had done this to me. As the minutes ticked by, my frustration only grew. By the time Mark pulled up to the curb, I was ready to explode.

Mark helped me with my bags and we climbed into his car. “Everything okay?” he asked, noticing my clenched fists.

“No, Mark. It’s not,” I said, my voice trembling with anger. “David ditched me for Jenny. Again. This has to stop.”

Mark nodded sympathetically. “He needs to understand how that feels, Sarah. Want to talk about it?”

I let out a deep breath, my anger simmering down to a focused determination. “Yes. But let’s also teach him a lesson.”

On the way home, I vented to Mark about all the times David had let me down for the sake of others, especially Jenny. Mark listened, his occasional nods and hums encouraging me to continue. By the time we reached my house, I had a plan.

“Mark, come over for dinner tonight. I want to thank you properly,” I said as he carried my bags inside.

“Sure thing,” he replied, a knowing smile on his face.

I spent the rest of the afternoon preparing an elaborate meal. I cooked all of David’s favorite dishes, making sure everything was perfect. I set the table beautifully, with candles and our best china. It was going to be a night David wouldn’t forget.

Mark arrived just as David walked through the door. David’s face lit up when he saw the dinner spread, but his smile faded when he saw Mark.

“What’s all this?” David asked, confusion etched on his face.

“Dinner, to thank Mark for being there when I needed him,” I replied, forcing a smile. “Unlike some people I know.”