A Daily Routine
Alan had always felt there was something off about his wife’s daily routine. Her insistence on walking to work every morning seemed odd, and he couldn’t shake the feeling that there was more to it.
One day, he decided to follow her, unsure of what he might discover. As she left the house, he quietly trailed behind, eager to uncover the truth. But when he finally saw what she was doing, his heart sank. The truth was something he never could have imagined.
Increasingly Worried
Alan Kent had grown increasingly worried. For weeks, his wife had been leaving the house earlier than usual, and he couldn't shake the feeling that something was off.
Whenever he asked her about it, she claimed, "I just want to start my shift a little earlier." But Alan wasn’t convinced. The Starbucks where she worked didn’t open until two hours after her departure, leaving him puzzled. One morning, driven by suspicion, he decided to follow her.
Felt Drained
Alan felt drained that morning. He had been awake the entire night, his mind racing with the plans he had for the day ahead. Sleep had eluded him, leaving him restless and on edge.
As his wife's alarm blared just before 4 a.m., Alan remained still, pretending to be asleep. She moved quickly, eager to leave, and he watched quietly as she got dressed, her urgency clear.
Closed The Door
As soon as she stepped out of the bedroom and closed the door, Alan quickly jumped out of bed and dressed in a rush. He stood quietly, ear pressed to the door, waiting for the sound of the front door shutting behind his wife, Tammy.
Once he heard her leave, he remained still, making sure to keep his distance. He waited until she reached the end of their street before finally stepping out of the house, careful not to draw attention.
That Morning
That morning, Alan trailed his wife, keeping a few paces behind as she made her way through the streets. He followed her closely, making sure to take each turn shortly after she did. But something felt off.
This wasn’t the usual route to the Starbucks where she had worked for over a year. Alan’s curiosity grew, and he wondered where she was headed. He continued walking, head down, until something caught his eye—a clue that would reveal the truth soon enough.
A Furrow Appeared
A furrow appeared between Alan's brows as he noticed the patrol car tailing his wife. Something about the situation caught his attention.
The officer remained close behind Tammy, following her every move without her seeming to notice. Alan couldn't shake the uneasy feeling that something was off—why was the officer shadowing her? Did he recognize her? A sense of unease began to grow, and Alan couldn't help but wonder if there was more to the encounter than met the eye.
Walking For An Hour
After over an hour of walking, Alan was completely lost. He had never taken this route before and had no idea where he was. His mind raced as he tried to make sense of their surroundings.
In the distance, Alan saw the officer’s car pull to a stop. But what happened next caught him off guard. The officer stepped out of the vehicle and walked straight toward Tammy. Alan felt a chill as something unsettling unfolded before his eyes.
A Native
Alan Kent, a native of Louisville, Kentucky, has always been driven by a strong work ethic instilled by his parents. Growing up, he was shaped by their values and dedication.
Raised in a balanced home, Alan benefited from a hardworking father who provided for the family and a nurturing stay-at-home mother who emphasized the importance of love, friendship, and family. For him, it was the ideal upbringing.
Admiring His Father
From a young age, Alan admired his father and aspired to provide for his future family in the same way. He dreamed of offering his wife and children the kind of life he had experienced growing up.
In high school, Alan excelled as a straight-A student, and upon receiving his university acceptance, he dedicated himself fully to building a successful future. He pursued mechanical engineering at the University of Kentucky, confident that his degree would open the doors to the life he envisioned.
A Hopeless Romantic
Alan had always seen himself as a hopeless romantic. When he envisioned his future, it was always with a woman who would stand by him, no matter the challenges they faced together.
For years, he wondered what his perfect match would be like—would she be intelligent, beautiful, or maybe both? At just twenty-two, Alan met her unexpectedly at a karaoke bar, surrounded by his closest friends, changing his life forever.
The Woman
The second Tammy and her group of friends walked up to the small stage, Alan’s eyes found her. She was the most beautiful woman he had ever seen. Her long, blonde hair and bright smile caught his attention immediately. He just knew he had to find the opportunity to speak to her.
That night, Alan swallowed his pride and approached her, and before he knew it, they had talked for hours in the back of the bar.
Madly In Love
They were inseparable from that moment on. He asked for her number, and they began dating immediately. As the weeks turned to months and the months turned into years, Alan grew increasingly certain that he had found the one.
Her name was Tammy. She was a gorgeous blonde with a deep love for animals and board games. He wanted to start a new life with her.
Starting Their Life Together
Just three years after they met in that wonderful karaoke bar, Tammy and Alan walked down the aisle together. Their friends and family couldn’t be happier for them. Alan had told her about his dreams of starting a family, and she couldn’t wait.
They found a wonderful home in the suburbs, and they couldn’t wait to start their own little family.
Keeping Busy
Before Alan knew it, they were all settled into their new home together. And before too long, they received the wonderful news that Tammy was pregnant with their first child.
For a year, Tammy worked at a Starbucks close to their home despite the fact that her husband made more than enough money to support them. Tammy knew she didn’t have to work, but she wanted to keep busy until the baby came along. Over that year, they had settled into a routine.
Three Months Pregnant
Every morning, Alan would leave half an hour early for work to drop Tammy off at the Starbucks. She would then get a lift home with one of her colleagues in the afternoon. This routine worked perfectly for over a year, but something changed when Tammy was just three months pregnant.
Suddenly, she didn’t want her husband to drop her off at work every morning. “I want to leave a little earlier than usual, and it would be nice too,” She said.
He Didn’t Understand
Alan immediately thought this was strange. He couldn’t understand why Tammy wanted to leave for work two hours early.
After all, the Starbucks only opened at six a.m. But being a supportive husband, he didn’t ask too many questions. He assumed she just needed some time to herself early in the morning. Suddenly, their routine changed.
An Upsetting Story
Tammy would wake up just before four in the morning and quickly get dressed. As soon as she had her morning coffee, she would leave the house. Alan would wake up an hour and a half after his wife left for work. At first, he didn’t think much about it until he mentioned it at work.
“You know, my ex-wife would spend a few extra hours outside of the house after work. Four months later, she’s about to marry the man she was cheating with,” A colleague said.
He Decided To Talk To Her
Alan had always trusted his wife, but when he heard that story, his entire world came crashing down around him. Suddenly, he found himself wondering why on earth his wife insisted on leaving so early every single morning.
He decided to ask her about it before he lost his mind over the entire situation. “I just like the fresh air, and I want to have the place to myself,” She said,
He Didn’t Trust It
But after speaking to his wife about it, he felt anything but at ease. He could tell that she wasn’t sure of her own reasons. He instantly knew that something was up. That was when he began losing sleep over the entire situation.
But one night, he could sleep. Instead, he thought of ways that he could get to the bottom of the mystery.
He Planned It Out
That night, Alan thought of the perfect plan to finally get the truth out of his wife. He had it all planned out. He was going to wake up early one morning and follow his wife. That way, he would be able to see where she really went every single morning.
He didn't sleep that night, and when his wife’s alarm clock went off just before 4 a.m., he decided it was time to get up.
Following Her
Within seconds of her leaving the bedroom and closing the door behind her, Alan hopped out of bed and dressed. With his ear pressed against their bedroom door, he waited patiently. As soon as the front door closed behind Tammy, he left the room.
He knew how important it was to keep his distance as he followed his wife. When she reached the end of their street, he left the house.
Not Going To Starbucks
That morning, Alan followed his wife from a distance. He took every turn a few minutes after she did. There was, however, something he noticed. She certainly wasn't headed toward Starbucks, where she claimed to go every morning. Where was she going?
It wouldn't take long for him to find out. As he walked, he kept his head low. Suddenly, he noticed something.
Following Her
He frowned, worried when he noticed the patrol car behind his wife. Something caught his attention. Tammy barely acknowledged the officer's presence while he followed closely behind her. His stomach dropped.
What made him follow her? Did he know who she was? Something sinister seemed to be at work. Alan was sure of it.
Unfamiliar
After walking for over an hour, Alan no longer had any clue where they were. He had never walked this route before. Where on earth was Tammy going? In the distance, he watched as the officer’s car slowly came to a halt.
A second later, he watched as the unexpected happened. The officer stepped out of the car and approached Tammy, and then he watched as something truly disturbing happened.
He Watched
He stood behind a tree, trying to act casual as his eyes followed the officer. The man and his wife were oblivious to his presence. But he watched, holding his breath, as the officer stepped out of his car and approached Tammy. She stopped walking when she saw him.
Alan quickly noticed the smile on his wife’s face. Did she know the man? Had she been spending her mornings with him? But then, he watched it happen.
A Hug
Alan watched with wide eyes as the officer approached Tammy and quickly pulled her into a seemingly friendly hug. The two then stood side by side, chatting about something. Alan was beyond confused. Who was this man, and how did he know her?
He couldn’t just stand by and watch. He had to confront his wife and ask her what was going on. He began approaching them.
Approaching Them
A million thoughts crossed his mind all at once as he approached them. Before long, he was close enough to hear what they were saying. “It’s a lovely morning,” He could hear his wife say. But as he approached them, they noticed his presence and quickly turned toward him.
Tammy seemed surprised when she saw her husband’s face. He wanted answers. “What’s going on here?”
Who Is He?
But Tammy didn’t answer immediately, which only made him more upset. “Who is this guy?” he asked his wife. That was when the officer got involved. “Do you know this man, Mrs. Kent?” The officer asked. Tammy nodded.
“He’s my husband. Alan, what are you doing here?” She asked, placing a hand on her hip. She was not happy that he had been following her.
Telling Her Everything
Wanting the truth, he decided to be honest and tell her everything, from his suspicions to his colleague’s terrible news about his cheating ex-wife. “I want to know why you keep leaving so early when you’re clearly not going to work,” He said. But as those words left his mouth, Tammy and the officer laughed.
“Honey, I’m just going for a walk every morning. Officer Anderson follows me to ensure my safety,” she said.
The Truth
She explained the entire situation. Tammy opened up about the fact that she was scared to gain weight during the pregnancy. She was trying to stay fit but walking around the suburbs every morning. The officer had noticed her and offered to keep her safe.
Alan was beyond embarrassed, but he didn’t have to be. Tammy was happy to see just how much he cared. In the end, they were happy.