Aldrick did not respond. In his heart, he justifies as well as blames. He didn't know what to say if that was the case. They do not love each other or even greet each other like husband and wife. The busyness of each makes them distracted by what is a marriage bond without feelings.
Tara nodded in understanding. "That's why you didn't want to be honest when you first told me your status."
Aldrick came closer and grabbed Tara's fingers.
"You don't have to be nice like this for seeing my bad state and being like an idiot who doesn't know anything. I'm not asking for that and I'm not demanding that you do it. If indeed we do not love each other, then do not force yourself. That would be self-harm."
