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ELI

I relaxed on the chair, picking up my glass of wine and sipped a little. It's been a while since that witness took Carlos to the restroom. She is not back yet.

Or could she have gone back to her duties?

I would see her walk pass if she did.

And Carlos is not back yet.

The way she looked at him sent a message.

Don't forget the way she held my hand when she saw his wife at the mall the previous day.

She looked scared to see her. I sensed it.

Like the way I sensed her fear when she saw Carlos.

Carlos' wife was actually surprised to see her with me. She must have told Carlos about seeing the witness with me.

That's why he is here in.

Something is fishy.

I want to find out.

"So, when do you two intend to get married?" Dad asked, claiming my attention.

I looked at him. He is busy eating.

Next, Angela held my arm.

"Soon." She answered, resting her head on my arm.

"Hmm. I can't wait." Mum said, making me look at her. She is smiling at Angela who is still resting her head on