After My Husband Faked Bankruptcy to Abandon Me

The creditors were taken aback by the depth of my sobs and the sincerity of my words. They probably hadn't expected that, despite Jayson Hernandez running such a large company, his wife wouldn't have a penny to her name. Some of the female creditors even shot me sympathetic glances, which I welcomed; the more pitiable I seemed, the less likely they were to make things difficult for me.

"My dear friends, everything I told you is true. If you decide to take legal action against him and need any evidence from me, feel free to reach out. I'm more than willing to assist." I gave them my phone number sincerely.

The creditors realized that hanging around my house wouldn't achieve anything, so after a few strong words, they began to leave. Once they were gone, Mae Duncan, back to her usual domineering self, asked, "Theodora, what was all that about?"

I rolled my eyes and replied with exasperation, "Exactly what it sounded like." With that, I headed to the bedroom, pulled out a suitcase, and started packing my things.

Mae doggedly followed, scolding, "So you're just going to abandon Jayson’s company and us?"

I smirked and retorted, "Weren't you always the one insisting the company was just Jayson’s? How is it my problem then?"

Mae snapped, "Ungrateful brat! I knew it! Just as they say, 'When the chips are down, everyone scatters!' After all Jayson did for you, marrying you despite our objections, he's just been missing for three days, and you're already eager to wash your hands of him!"

I paused packing briefly, shrugged, and said, "Isn’t this what you wanted all along? You finally get your wish for us to separate."

After two years of marriage, I didn’t have much. A suitcase and a carry-on bag were enough for everything I needed. Mae was left speechless by my words, her hands trembling as she pointed at me and shouted, "Theodora! You won't escape this! We consulted with a lawyer, and the debt is a joint responsibility of both spouses. Even if you leave now, you can't cut your ties!"

I chuckled internally. Initially, I thought Mae and Hayes might not know about Jayson's disappearance. But Mae's words confirmed they knew more than they admitted. Their own son was missing, yet they had consulted about marital debts.

Feigning distress, I mumbled, "But… I didn’t know about his debts. How can I be held responsible?"

With a smug look, Mae threatened, "Scared now, aren't you? Jayson was right; you need a reality check."

Since Mae put it that way, there was no need to continue the charade. I immediately returned to my calm demeanor and disdainfully replied, "Did your lawyer mention that clearly defined personal debts aren't the wife's responsibility? If you don’t believe me, by all means, take me to court. Now, if you don’t mind, I need to head back to my parent's house."