Confusion

As Stella stepped out of the car, she stood transfixed on a point contemplating whether she was making the right decision.

Coming to the house that haunted her does not seem like a good idea but then, Richard stood his ground reiterating that if she was not ready to come there then definitely he was not going to discuss anything with her again even though he was fully aware of the pains this vicinage caused her.

"Well, I'm ready to do anything to save my marriage and if it means coming to this place then I am ready."

"I have got to try this, without further ado," she muttered and with that, she walked towards the gate.

After pressing the doorbell, a few seconds later the door creaked open revealing a young lady probably In her early thirties.

"Hi, good morning."

"Oh! Miss Stella, Good evening, ma." the lady greeted with a smile plastered on her face.

"Yes, ma'am, please, is Richard in? I mean Mr. Jacob?"

"No, ma'am, he's not back from work but you can wait for him."

"Ugh! Is this