Bold move. And brilliant, in my mind. You are not stupid, you will not be lied to. I agree, why the pretense?? Why the lies? I think you did the right thing.

Nocode, you have done everything right. You are strong, and yes, the sun will rise every single day and you will always be a father. And possibly a husband to someone else who will cherish loyalty.

HUGS I am thinking of you today. Cry and let your emotions come and go. No need to stuff them inside.