My husband, Mark, always said he was proud of me. At first, I thought his compliments were loving. But over time, I realized he didn\u2019t admire me\u2014he displayed me. He pushed short skirts, tight dresses, and revealing outfits, enjoying the attention I drew from others more than my comfort.<\/p>\n
I told myself it was harmless. Until his friend Tyler\u2019s pool party.<\/p>\n
Before we left, Mark tossed a tiny bikini onto the bed. \u201cWear this,\u201d he said casually.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis is too much,\u201d I told him.<\/p>\n
He laughed. \u201cRelax. You look amazing. Don\u2019t be shy.\u201d<\/p>\n
At the party, I felt exposed the moment I stepped outside. Men stared. Women whispered. Mark wrapped an arm around me, smiling like I was a trophy. When I asked him to stop, he told me to lighten up.<\/p>\n
Then Tyler pulled me aside while Mark was inside.<\/p>\n
\u201cYou know he doesn\u2019t treat you right,\u201d he said quietly.
\u201cHe bets on you.\u201d<\/p>\n
I froze.<\/p>\n
\u201cHe makes wagers with the guys about what he can get you to wear\u2014and how uncomfortable you\u2019ll get. Today\u2019s bikini? Part of a bet.\u201d<\/p>\n
Everything went silent. The truth hit hard: Mark wasn\u2019t proud of me. He was using me.<\/p>\n
When Mark came back smiling, I wrapped myself in a towel and said, \u201cWe\u2019re done here.\u201d<\/p>\n
I\u2019m staying with my sister now and speaking to a lawyer.<\/p>\n
I refuse to be someone\u2019s trophy ever again.<\/p>\n
Am I wrong for wanting a divorce over this?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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