Nina's face looked a bit pale, but she put the phone back down. She lay on her side, listening to the sound of water running in the bathroom, feeling uneasy.

What had Nash been doing that afternoon? was he investigating the scene of the female corpse, or meeting with Miranda?

A sense of unease crept over Nina. She trusted Nash. They had been married for three years, and he had never treated her like he had recently.

She felt his affection and care deeply. She could see the love in his eyes, a love meant only for her. He had promised to love her forever, and that she would always be his Mrs. York.

Nash's unusual behavior made her feel there were things she did not know and things he might be hiding.

Lost in thought, she did not notice when Nash finished his shower. He walked out, drying, his hair with a towel, and looked at her to see if she was asleep.

Nina moved slightly and looked up at him.

Nash lowered his eyes and walked over slowly. "You're still awake?"

"I'm waiting for you," Nina replied.

into bed. Instinctively, Nina wrapped

stroked her hair. "What's

She saw the serious look on his face, and it was clear something was weighing heavily on him. If something, was troubling him, his call with Miranda could not have been

sleep,"

on his back, staring at the ceiling. After a long pause,

but she opened

her tightly. Nina had many questions, but in that moment, being held

it on her belly. "If there's anything going on, we can

eyes filled with emotion. Her words moved him deeply, but he had to keep his feelings in check. He

face in her hair, not wanting her to see his expression.

had been feeling more and more tired lately, often

deep sleep, while Nash stayed awake, watching

day, Nina woke up around noon. Nash was already gone. She stretched and left the

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