Archer left to take a shower and Elvina quietly stood rooted to her spot until she heard the sound of the bathroom door closing.
Elvina pressed her palm on her heart which was now calm.
Lost in her thoughts, she stepped towards the wall, examining the exquisite paintings that were hung on them.
Under the dim lights, everything seemed serene except for her chaotic heart.
She could have avoided this conversation, she could have avoided him but somewhere, she did not want to.
Because she was certain that this was bound to come sooner or later.
Their wedding vows and rituals might not be genuine, they might not be in love with each other but they were still husband and wife—IN NAME!
Living under the same roof, Elvina could not avoid a confrontation forever.
And she lied to Claire from the very first day.
Marrying Archer was not a decision that she made on impulse.
