Twenty Four

I swept my hair back into an elegant bun. I picked a teal and cream color dress for myself. It was breakfast time. No one disturbed me, no one visited me. I was thankful but it also made me realize that I was alone.

Perhaps, I have lost everything. My family, my friend, my husband.

I whirled on my heels and sauntered over to the door. I pulled it open and didn't stop my pace. I was scared to face him.

I reached the dining hall. A smile brightened my face when I saw him sitting in the head chair. The chair I used to sit in was empty. I wasn't certain. Should I sit there or away from him?

James and Elisa were sitting together, muttering something under their breaths. A giant smile bloomed on their faces.

James craned his neck and looked at me, ''Good morning, sunshine." He smiled.

Edward stared up at him, "Are you flirting with my wife?" His gaze turned hard on him.

He rolled his eyes, "For goodness sake, look at your wife,"