When her husband announces the end of their marriage, she takes it badly. But when a new and exciting job opportunity comes her way, she suddenly finds herself in a powerful position, and she has him exactly where she wants him!
A Shock Announcement
After 25 years of marriage, her husband abruptly decided to end their relationship. There were no known issues, and it came completely out of the blue. She was shocked and saddened to hear the words from him.
Heartbreaking Reality
Despite her many heartfelt pleas for him to reconsider, her efforts were completely in vain as he said he’d made his mind up. She spent many nights in tears on the bathroom floor, completely heartbroken.
Financially Self-sufficient
Probably a noteworthy aspect of their separation was that she had always been responsible for carrying the health insurance for the family, as her husband was self-employed. It had never been an issue previously.
A Tense Parting
When it reached the stage where reconciliation seemed impossible, they proceeded to file for legal separation, and her husband moved out. It happened pretty quickly and was a really tough time for her.
Unnecessary Cruelty
Although he could see that she was suffering, he started asking her for sentimental items that he knew meant a lot to her. He insisted on taking them with him, and he even gave her back gifts she’d given him over the years.
A Different Man
It was as though the man she knew had all but disappeared and had been replaced by a new, harder man who had no interest in her emotions. He’d always been kind and considerate, but he suddenly seemed cold and spiteful.
A Financial Reward
During this challenging period, she managed to secure an incredible job opportunity that offered 100% coverage for health and dental insurance premiums for her entire family, complete with a meager $100 deductible. It was a massive bonus!
A Difficult Decision
Due to her and her husband’s legal separation status, he was still eligible to remain on her insurance, incurring no costs for her. She could have easily continued, and it would have no repercussions financially.
Selfish Payback
However, she was so upset at his poor treatment of her that her pettiness led me to charge him $400 per month for an insurance plan that didn’t cost her a dime! It made her feel better, anyway!
Rubbing it In
To make matters worse, she made sure to remind him repeatedly that his monthly payment was funding her upcoming trip to Spain! She kept emphasizing the fact that it was absolutely free for her to keep him on her insurance!
Now, Who’s the Boss
Under the legal separation agreement, switching to his own insurance via the marketplace would likely cost him at least double the amount of the $400 he was paying her, so it seemed a no-brainer to keep paying her!
Used for Benefits
With this arrangement, he was essentially providing her with a $400 monthly incentive to refrain from filing for divorce. It was obvious what he was doing, and an ironic situation, as he had initially expressed the desire to end the marriage.
A Legal Explanation
The way the process worked was that their state allowed for an uncomplicated transition from legal separation to divorce through a simple form and a modest $60 fee.
Indulging in Spite
If the woman were to follow through with a divorce, he would no longer be eligible to remain on her insurance. However, she felt that that was depriving herself of far too much satisfaction in his weak position!
Lousy Excuses
Consequently, he was effectively paying her $400 each month in exchange for her decision not to pursue a divorce. It was pathetic! And when she mentioned it to him, he categorically denied it, saying he wasn’t ready for the final step! Oh, please! He’d been quick enough to move out!
Power Shift
Her unique scenario seemed to amuse her greatly as she relished in her newfound power to dictate the terms of the separation despite his initial desire to part ways. It was a huge power shift!
A False Impression
She also noticed that, in line with the new financial situation, he seemed to have become his old self again. While there was no talk of getting back together, he was sucking up to her in the most cringe-worthy way!
His Motives Revealed
On one occasion, however, she saw him turn cold again when he asked her if the arrangement was legal! She advised him that it had been legally approved by her family law attorney, estate attorney, his attorney, and her employer, all in alignment with her health insurance company’s regulations!
A Winning Outcome
Although the separation hadn’t been her initial desire, she felt satisfied that she’d managed to come out on top, with her needlessly cruel ex eating out of the palm of her hand. And when she started taking vacations overseas, she loved watching him squirm with envy!
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