Chapter 15

The following day, Ryleigh awoke early and completed her morning ritual before leaving her room. Today was her laundry day, so she walked to the laundry room and retrieved the empty clothes basket.

Since it is still five in the morning and the first day of the weekend, Lucas may or may not go to work; she does not know his regular routine, as he has only gone to work three times since they moved into the same house. And according to her mother, Luke's company is returning to the market; her Aunt Charlotte is quickly recuperating; and despite the suffering, she's through with Luke's hand; she's delighted because of the news, and she hoped Luke could see and appreciate it. And hopes her father's insanity will cease. Despite her desire to release Luke, she is scared of her father.

She ascended the stairs and proceeded to the east side, where she knocked on Luke's door. She bites her bottom lip since she is unsure if she is doing the proper thing. However, she must do the wash today becau