"He isn't here," Anne replied swiftly, trying to maintain her composure. "He took a flight to Istanbul yesterday."
Obin's feigned surprise at Robert's absence did little to quell Anne's unease. She watched him closely, wondering if he would probe further into the circumstances surrounding her husband's sudden trip to Istanbul. The delicate balance of her life depended on the secrets she held close.
"Oh, my goodness. It's strange," Obin stated, continuing to play the role of a surprised acquaintance. Anne sensed that, beneath his act, there was a hint of genuine surprise. After all, it had only been two days since Robert's daughter had married his boss, and this sudden trip was indeed unusual.
"Yes, in certain ways," Anne replied carefully, choosing her words with precision. "My husband enjoys working. But, in any case, do you need anything? You are free to tell me."
