As Mrs Payne waited patiently to listen to what Ruth had to say, Ruth was in contemplation on what and how much she was ready to tell. She was carrying that burden on her own all this time.
Now that there was someone she trusted, who was willing to share it with her, Ruth thought it was an ideal opportunity to let it all out.
"Mrs Payne... I... I... there is something wr-r-wrong with me." Ruth finally began.
Mrs Payne frowned. "What are you talking about?"
"You just said that I have done many things. What were you talking about?" Ruth asked instead.
Mrs Payne observed her for a long moment. "I see you do not trust me enough yet."
Oh, she had seen through her correctly.
Ruth thought of denying it. But it was true. She was apprehensive of trusting her after she decided to hide many things from her. Was she wrong about keeping those reservations?
