3 Years Too Late to Grovel#shortmax

Added: 2026-05-30

[00:00:00]3 years after the divorce, my ex-husband Liam showed up on my porch with red roses and a smug grin.

[00:00:05]>> My promise, babe. Time's up. Let's get remarried.

[00:00:10]>> It all started 3 years ago. He made a bet with Kloe, his childhood best friend.

[00:00:15]Khloe sneered in front of everyone.

[00:00:18]Prove Norah's your soulmate. Divorce her. Cut all contact for 3 years and see if she takes you back. If she does, I'll admit it's true love. I thought he would shut her down. Instead, he just left.

[00:00:31]>> The memory faded as he shoved the roses toward the chest.

[00:00:35]>> I stepped back and looked him in the eye.

[00:00:38]>> My husband doesn't let me accept flowers from other men. Liam chuckled.

[00:00:43]>> You're still pouting. Come on. I'm right here. Stop playing hard to get.

[00:00:47]>> He tried to grab my waist, but I dodged my expression. Stony. Back off, Liam.

[00:00:53]Back off.

[00:00:55]Wow, you're actually mad this time.

[00:00:58]Fine. What's your price? What do I have to buy you to make it right?

[00:01:01]>> He pressed closer. I backed up until my shoulders hit the front door. Liam planted a hand on the wood beside my head. He leaned in close. He whispered, brushing his thumb across my cheek.

[00:01:12]>> "So, did you give me a boy or a girl?"

[00:01:14]>> His words twisted like a knife in my chest.

[00:01:18]He knew I was pregnant 3 years ago, but he still signed those divorce papers.

[00:01:24]He never called or texted in all that time. A bitter smile spread across my lips. I opened my mouth to tell him I had aborted the pregnancy the day he left. But his phone buzzed. The screen lit up. Princess.

[00:01:38]The screen lit up. Princess.

[00:01:42]>> Liam, it hurts so bad. My cramps are killing me.

[00:01:47]>> Hey, don't cry. I'm on my way.

[00:01:50]>> He hung up. Then he patted the top of my head like I was a loyal dog.

[00:01:55]>> I need to check on Chloe. Wait for me.

[00:01:56]I'll come get you later.

[00:01:59]>> One moment, a man was begging for a remarage with deep affection. Yet the next, he abandoned everything for another woman. 10 minutes after Liam left, a new photo showed up on my Instagram feed. Khloe was curled up against Liam's chest, looking frail and sweaty. In the 10 minutes it took him to rush to her side, they couldn't wait to show off in front of me. His hand rested gently on her stomach. The caption read, "He always puts me first. If I'm in pain, he drops everything to be by my side." I liked the post. She'd posted such photos daily for 3 years, and I'd liked every single one. She loved flaunting how she'd maxed Liam's cards, lounging in what was once my home. She sees me as a jealous, crazed ex, unaware every like is my silent mockery. They had played house for 3 years. I knew she posted them just for me. After three years of watching coldly, this far is bound to come to an end. A few days later, the bell above my cafe door jingled. Liam and Kloe walked in wearing matching camel coats. He never matched with me, but for her, he did. Chloe looked around my cafe like she had stepped into a dump. In her eyes, the small shop I run with all my heart is nothing but a sheep pile of rubbish.

[00:03:16]>> I gave you millions in the settlement.

[00:03:18]Why are you working a minimum wage job?

[00:03:20]>> He will never understand that what I have always wanted is never to rely on his wealth, but a life of my own. When we divorced, I took half his assets.

[00:03:28]Because I want to, and it's none of your business. I wiped down the espresso machine, not even bothering to look up.

[00:03:34]Liam smirked, fully believing I was still holding a rudge. Chloe put on her sweetest voice. It's been 3 years. How are you holding up?

[00:03:45]Never better, I said flatly.

[00:03:48]My indifference threw her off. Then Liam's phone rang and he stepped outside.

[00:03:53]Once the door closed, Khloe finally showed her true colors. Drop the hard to get act and don't get too excited. So what if you guys get remarried? Mrs. Stinclair still hates you. She always wanted me in the family. She pulled a thick document from her bag and slammed it on the counter. Liam is only taking you back out of obligation. He even asked my permission before he showed up at your house. Oh, and you'll have to sign a prenup.

[00:04:19]I glanced at the first page. It was unhinged. According to the contract, I would get zero access to the Sinclair fortune. I was forbidden from calling Mrs. Sinclair mom. Worst of all, I could never introduce myself as Liam's wife in public. It was so absurd. I laughed out loud. I pushed the papers back to her.

[00:04:36]If Mrs. Sinclair loves you so much, why hasn't Liam put a ring on it? 3 years of playing house and you're still just the side chick. That's pathetic. Her face turned bright red and she raised her hand, ready to slap me. Then the cafe door opened. Liam's footsteps echoed behind her. In a split second, Khloe's hand dropped. She turned on the waterworks. I just want you and Liam to be happy. She's his best friend. I just want him to feel safe. The prenup is just a formality. Please don't be mad at me.

[00:05:03]>> Oscar winning acting. And Liam, the second he saw her crying, his brain shut off. He was hopelessly blind to her >> Chloe, what's wrong?

[00:05:13]I'm fine. Please don't be mad at Nora.

[00:05:16]It's all my fault.

[00:05:18]>> The harder she played the victim, the more Liam glared at me. He barked the order like I was the help.

[00:05:24]>> Apologize to her, Nora.

[00:05:26]>> I just scoffed. His jaw tightened.

[00:05:28]>> She grew up with me. She's like a sister. Can you stop being so hostile?

[00:05:31]>> I opened my mouth to kick them out, but my phone buzzed with a FaceTime call.

[00:05:35]The caller ID flashed. My baby boy.

[00:05:37]Liam's eyes widened. Before I could grab it, his hand spat out and hit accept. A chubby 2-year-old face filled the screen.

[00:05:44]>> Mommy, I miss you.

[00:05:46]>> Liam froze. Then pure euphoria washed over his face. He was absolutely convinced this was the baby I was carrying when he dumped me. I said a few words to Leo and hung up just as Liam tried to grab my phone.

[00:05:57]>> "Let me see my son," >> he demanded, grinning like an idiot. The anger from 2 seconds ago was gone.

[00:06:02]Behind him, Khloe's face turned ashen.

[00:06:04]"He's not yours. Stay the hell away from me. You're both psychotic.

[00:06:10]>> Come on, stop being stubborn. I miss you and I miss our boy.

[00:06:13]>> I realized then that nothing short of seeing my actual new husband would shatter his ego. Then he dropped the bomb.

[00:06:19]>> Mom's birthday is this weekend. You're a great cook, make her favorite dishes.

[00:06:23]It's the perfect chance to mend fences.

[00:06:25]Now that you've given her a grandson, she won't give you a hard time.

[00:06:28]>> So he knew all along. For the 3 years we were married, Mrs. Sinclair treated me like trash. She hated that I came from a poor family. She banned me from family events. I wasn't even allowed to sit at her dining table. And Liam, he never defended me once.

[00:06:44]Hypothetical question, Liam. Let's say I cook a five-star feast. What if your mom still bans me from the table?

[00:06:50]>> Be the bigger person. Just suck up to her a little. Her bark is worse than her bite.

[00:06:55]>> There's no shame in swallowing your pride for your elders. Mrs. Sinclair loves it when people know their place in gravel.

[00:07:03]3 years is a lifetime.

[00:07:06]I'm married now and that kid isn't yours. But hey, you should keep kissing her ass. Maybe if you play the perfect little lap dog, she'll finally let you be a real Sinclair.

[00:07:20]3 years after the divorce, my ex-husband Liam showed up on my porch with red roses and a smug grin.

[00:07:26]>> I kept my promise, babe. Time's up.

[00:07:30]Let's get remarried.

[00:07:32]It all started 3 years ago. He made a bet with Kloe, his childhood best friend.

[00:07:37]Khloe sneered in front of everyone.

[00:07:39]Prove Norah is your soulmate. Divorce her, cut all contact for 3 years, and see if she takes you back. If she does, I'll admit it's true love. I thought he would shut her down. Instead, he just left.

[00:07:53]>> The memory faded as he shoved the roses toward my chest.

[00:07:56]>> I stepped back and looked him in the eye.

[00:08:00]My husband doesn't let me accept flowers from other men. Liam chuckled.

[00:08:05]>> You're still pouting? Come on. I'm right here. Stop playing hard to get.

[00:08:09]>> He tried to grab my waist, but I dodged my expression. Stony. Back off, Liam.

[00:08:15]Back off.

[00:08:17]>> Wow, you're actually mad this time.

[00:08:19]Fine. What's your price? What do I have to buy you to make it right?

[00:08:22]>> He pressed closer. I backed up until my shoulders hit the front door. Liam planted a hand on the wood beside my head. He leaned in close. He whispered, brushing his thumb across my cheek.

[00:08:33]>> "So, did you give me a boy or a girl?"

[00:08:36]>> His words twisted like a knife in my chest.

[00:08:40]He knew I was pregnant 3 years ago, but he still signed those divorce papers.

[00:08:45]He never called or texted in all that time. A bitter smile spread across my lips. I opened my mouth to tell him I had aborted the pregnancy the day he left, but his phone buzzed. The screen lit up. Princess.

[00:08:59]The screen lit up. Princess >> Liam, it hurts so bad. My cramps are killing me.

[00:09:08]>> Hey, don't cry. I'm on my way.

[00:09:12]>> He hung up. Then he patted the top of my head like I was a loyal dog.

[00:09:16]>> I need to check on Chloe. Wait for me.

[00:09:18]I'll come get you later.

[00:09:21]>> One moment, a man was begging for a remarage with deep affection. Yet the next, he abandoned everything for another woman. 10 minutes after Liam left, a new photo showed up on my Instagram feed. Khloe was curled up against Liam's chest, looking frail and sweaty. In the 10 minutes it took him to rush to her side, they couldn't wait to show off in front of me. His hand rested gently on her stomach. The caption read, "He always puts me first. If I'm in pain, he drops everything to be by my side. I liked the post. She'd posted such photos daily for 3 years, and I'd liked every single one. She loved flaunting how she'd maxed Liam's cards, lounging in what was once my home. She sees me as a jealous, crazed ex, unaware every like is my silent mockery. They had played house for 3 years. I knew she posted them just for me. After 3 years of watching coldly, this far is bound to come to an end. A few days later, the bell above my cafe door jingled. Liam and Kloe walked in wearing matching camel coats. He never matched with me, but for her, he did. Chloe looked around my cafe like she had stepped into a dump. In her eyes, the small shop I run with all my heart is nothing but a sheep pile of rubbish.

[00:10:37]>> I gave you millions in the settlement.

[00:10:39]Why are you working a minimum wage job?

[00:10:41]>> He will never understand that what I have always wanted is never to rely on his wealth, but a life of my own. When we divorced, I took half his assets because I want to and it's none of your business. I wiped down the espresso machine, not even bothering to look up.

[00:10:56]Liam smirked, fully believing I was still holding a rudge. Chloe put on her sweetest voice. It's been 3 years. How are you holding up?

[00:11:06]Never better, I said flatly.

[00:11:09]My indifference threw her off. Then Liam's phone rang and he stepped outside.

[00:11:14]Once the door closed, Khloe finally showed her true colors. Drop the hard to get act and don't get too excited. So what if you guys get remarried? Mrs. Stinclair still hates you. She always wanted me in the family. She pulled a thick document from her bag and slammed it on the counter. Liam is only taking you back out of obligation. He even asked my permission before he showed up at your house. Oh, and you'll have to sign a prenup.

[00:11:41]I glanced at the first page. It was unhinged. According to the contract, I would get zero access to the Sinclair fortune. I was forbidden from calling Mrs. Sinclair mom. Worst of all, I could never introduce myself as Liam's wife in public. It was so absurd I laughed out loud. I pushed the papers back to her.

[00:11:58]If Mrs. Sinclair loves you so much, why hasn't Liam put a ring on it? 3 years of playing house and you're still just the side chick. That's pathetic. Her face turned bright red and she raised her hand, ready to slap me. Then the cafe door opened. Liam's footsteps echoed behind her. In a split second, Khloe's hand dropped. She turned on the waterworks.

[00:12:17]>> I just want you and Liam to be happy.

[00:12:19]She's his best friend. I just want him to feel safe. The prenup is just a formality. Please don't be mad at me.

[00:12:25]>> Oscar winning acting. And Liam, the second he saw her crying, his brain shut off. He was hopelessly blind to her >> Chloe, what's wrong?

[00:12:34]>> I'm fine. Please don't be mad at Nora.

[00:12:38]It's all my fault. The harder she played the victim, the more Liam glared at me.

[00:12:44]He barked the order like I was the help.

[00:12:46]>> Apologize to her, Nora.

[00:12:47]>> I just scoffed. His jaw tightened.

[00:12:49]>> She grew up with me. She's like a sister. Can you stop being so hostile?

[00:12:53]>> I opened my mouth to kick them out, but my phone buzzed with a FaceTime call.

[00:12:56]The caller ID flashed my baby boy.

[00:12:59]Liam's eyes widened before I could grab it. His hand spat out and hit accept. A chubby 2-year-old face filled the screen.

[00:13:06]>> Mommy, I miss you.

[00:13:08]>> Liam froze. Then pure euphoria washed over his face. He was absolutely convinced this was the baby I was carrying when he dumped me. I said a few words to Leo and hung up just as Liam tried to grab my phone.

[00:13:18]>> "Let me see my son," >> he demanded, grinning like an idiot. The anger from 2 seconds ago was gone.

[00:13:24]Behind him, Khloe's face turned ashen.

[00:13:26]"He's not yours. Stay the hell away from me. You're both psychotic.

[00:13:31]>> Come on, stop being stubborn. I miss you and I miss our boy." I realized then that nothing short of seeing my actual new husband would shatter his ego. Then he dropped the bomb.

[00:13:40]>> Mom's birthday is this weekend. You're a great cook. Make her favorite dishes.

[00:13:45]It's the perfect chance to mend fences.

[00:13:47]Now that you've given her a grandson, she won't give you a hard time.

[00:13:50]>> So he knew all along. For the 3 years we were married, Mrs. Sinclair treated me like trash. She hated that I came from a poor family. She banned me from family events. I wasn't even allowed to sit at her dining table. And Liam, he never defended me once.

[00:14:06]Hypothetical question, Liam. Let's say I cook a five-star feast. What if your mom still bans me from the table?

[00:14:12]>> Be the bigger person. Just suck up to her a little. Her bark is worse than her bite.

[00:14:17]>> There's no shame in swallowing your pride for your elders. Mrs. Sinclair loves it when people know their place and gravel.

[00:14:25]3 years is a lifetime.

[00:14:28]I'm married now and that kid isn't yours. But hey, you should keep kissing her ass. Maybe if you play the perfect little lap dog, she'll finally let you be a real Sinclair.