I had already shared copies with people who cared deeply about integrity: team officials, sponsors, and journalists.

The moment he realized what was happening, the performance fell apart. He left furious and empty-handed, and Grace collapsed into my arms, apologizing for ever doubting where she belonged. I told her what I had always believed: no job, no reputation, no fear mattered more than her.

The weeks that followed were difficult but healing. Public consequences came for him, while our home slowly returned to quiet.