Page 1 of My wife divorced me over a stuffed toy
My wife had always hated stuffed animals.
But recently, she bought a giant teddy bearand started cuddling it to sleep every night.
As for me, I was left to the side, completely ignored.
I couldnt take it anymore.
So, during our daughters first birthday banquet, I asked for a divorce.
The entire room went silent in shock.
Cora splashed a glass of wine in my face and shouted, Youre jealous of a teddy bear?! Are you out of your mind?
I calmly wiped my face and said coldly, Didnt you say you wanted to spend the rest of your life with that teddy bear? Im just making it easy for you.
Jason! she seethed.
Our daughter just turned oneand you're divorcing me over this? What kind of heartless bastard are you?
Cora's eyes turned red with fury, her body trembling.
Sign the papers, I said, throwing the divorce agreement on the table. See you at the Civil Affairs Bureau at nine tomorrow morning.
I didnt bother explaining, and just turned and walked away.
The guests were stunned again, exchanging confused glances.
We were the couple everyone admiredthe so-called perfect match.
No one understood how things could fall apart so suddenly.
There was a flash of panic in Cora's eyes.
Her parents frowned, their expressions darkening. They clearly hadnt expected me to be this decisive.
Her assistant, Amos, grabbed my arm and pleaded, Come on, all girls like stuffed animalsare you really making a scene over this? Apologize to Ms. Cora.
Have you forgotten how she nearly died giving birth to your child? She refused anesthesia and passed out from the pain, just to deliver your daughter.
She sleeps in a separate room and takes care of the baby herself, so she doesnt disturb your rest. Cant you see how much shes sacrificing for you?
More guests chimed in, rebuking me.
Hes right! You two had a good thing going. So many people envy you for marrying such a good woman.
If theres a problem, talk it through. What kind of man uses divorce as a threat? You cant just take it out on your wife.
Cora took a deep breath and steadied herself. Then she rushed over and hugged me tightly.
Honey, she said softly, weve been through twelve years togetherfrom strangers to soulmates. Youve always been gentle and patient. You never lost your temper.
Is it something at work? Are you trying to protect me by pushing me away? Tell me. Whatever it is, well get through it together.
Hearing her speak up for me so earnestly, the guests began to side with her.
They looked at me with increasing disappointment.
Jason, her father finally spoke up. I may be retired and out of the business world, but I still carry some weight.
Were all family. If somethings wrong, you should say it. Dont bottle it up.
Even Cora's parents chose to believe in me. After all, I was the son-in-law they had hand-picked.
But I didnt care about any of them.
Without a glance around, I shoved Cora off me.
My voice was cold. Its simple. I dont love you anymore.
A dead silence ensued.
...What? Cora froze.
Tears began to well up at the corners of her eyes.
I saidI dont love you anymore, I repeated. Did you hear me clearly this time?
I stepped past her, ready to leave.
Stop right there!
Amos grabbed me by the collar and yelled, Enough with this nonsense! Even as her assistant, I cant stand watching this anymore!
Have you forgotten how hard you chased after her for three whole years?
And it took another six just to finally walk down the aisle with her!
Have you forgotten what you said at your wedding? To hold her hand and grow old together. To never leave her.
And your kid is already one year old! Do you want him to grow up in a broken home?
Watching him defend her so passionately, I smirked and said with a mocking tone, Why are you so worked up? Whatdont tell me... you have feelings for her?