His words held a hidden implication. Melissa glanced at him again.

Marcus averted his gaze and courteously opened the door for Melissa.

She bid farewell to Jessie and climbed into the car.

Melissa settled into the car, only then realizing that Kiana was also present.

Kiana sat in the car seat, clutching a piece of bread. Upon Melissas arrival, she softly called out, Mommy.

Marcus joined them in the car. As he secured his seat belt, Melissa considered moving to the back seat.

He tenderly grasped Melissas hand. Shes safe in the car seat. il drive slowly.

without further

of silence, Melissa abruptly inquired, Are you aware of Mrs. Wastons death? Marcus kept his attention on the

you would be going, so

Melissa didnt say anything.

topic. Why the silence? Melissa cast her

to discuss. Despite Daisy and Alberts years of marriage,

to Jessie

They were hardly close.

silence hinted at her thoughts, a fact not lost on

of my

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