CHAPTER 16: Damn Strawberries

NISHANE's Point of View

AFTER the uncomfortable situation for me, Clifford and I split up. He is no longer embracing me. They shouldn't witness the scene, in my opinion. Everyone present in the mansion saw how Clifford's worry manifested itself. That's why I chose to cut ties with him. For those who witnessed it, it is upsetting because of what they might have thought.

They are aware of our marriage, but they also understand that we are not in love. Since practically all of the maids and bodyguards were aware that I was an actress, our predicament was not kept a secret. Even though the rest of them support me, they should do Clifford's bidding rather than mine. Something I can understand given the seriousness of Clifford's offer to them.

I took a big breath and entered the restroom once more to get dressed and dry my hair. Clifford and I could not say goodbye since I do not want to speak with him. My reason for feeling ashamed just became worse.

"What the hell just occurred!" I