Chapter 44

Linda took a sip of milk, leaving a small milk mustache on her upper lip.

William reached for a napkin and gently wiped it off for her.

Linda's heart sank. Memories of their days living together in their apartment rushed back.

She used to wipe his mouth like that once, but he had turned away abruptly and told her it made him feel sick. She never tried again after that.

"William, don't you think this is pointless?" Linda felt helpless.

"No, not at all. I'm more than happy to spend my time with my wife," William replied, unfazed.

"Mr. Wilson, I'm not your wife," Linda retorted.

"That's only a matter of time. I believe you'll come back to me," William said confidently.

"That's impossible. It will never happen," Linda said firmly.

She grabbed her bag and stood up. As she walked away, William followed her without hesitation.

bother to speak. If he enjoyed

when did you start enjoying being

I love being close

She was completely at a loss for how

followed suit. Linda told the driver, "To Sycamore

couldn't help but ask, "Are you two on your honeymoon?" "No, I'm still trying to win her heart," William

significant glance. "Best of

"Thanks, I appreciate it."

simply closed her

at Sycamore Lane, William paid double the fare and trailed

of Aventis. The

the marks

picture Martin had sent her. The house numbers were so worn out that they were

number?" William

Chapter 44

squinting

to the back, turning at the corner. He pointed to

number above. "Here."

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