Chapter 10: Enjoying Every Day with Him

When Edwin came downstairs and saw that Cecily hadn't sat on the carpet, he was momentarily surprised.

Cecily glanced at him. She had come to a realization. She loved Edwin, and she was willing to let him go. Even if she couldn't bring herself to bless him with another woman, at least she could spare him from any discomfort.

The day she lost him had not yet arrived, so she decided to cherish every day they had together. She considered it time well earned. Cecily had no intention of loving another man so fervently in her remaining years. Some things were meant to be experienced once, and once experienced, they brought no regrets.

Suddenly, she sat up, feeling uncomfortable. She looked at Edwin and smiled. "Edwin, could you please lift me up?"

Edwin pondered for a moment before he did as she asked. "Do you want to take a bath?"

Cecily nodded and allowed Edwin to help her. She wondered if she was making things difficult for him, but she was truly exhausted. She didn't want to move, and a