But she kept these thoughts to herself.

As Raphael was getting ready to leave for work, Elissa handed him a bottle of water.

Normally, Raphael wouldn’t need this because his assistant used to handle such details, but times had changed.

Now, he had to fend for himself.

Before he left, Elissa straightened his suit and said gently, “Take care of yourself.

See you later!”

Raphael smiled and affectionately patted her belly.

Then he left.

Back at home, waiting for Raphael to return, Elissa felt a bit bored and somehow sweet at the same time.

She was a quiet person who typically read a book while Raphael was at work.

had started learning how to knit a sweater for their soon-to-be-born

had some savings, Elissa knew she needed to adjust to

he wouldn’t accept her

to share both the good times and the

as she

their new home, but Raphael appeared increasingly occupied with work, as

sensed something was amiss, even though Raphael never

him with

gentle tone, she said, “Rest

up

about her well-being, grasped her

shook her head and said, “Don’t

not burdened at all! I’m your wife,

take care

else will I manage with our child

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