Chapter 16

Benedict studied Hester. She seemed concerned but he saw little or no sadness on her face at the confirmation of her husband’s death.

“Forgive me for prying, but you do not seem too saddened at the passing of Atomas.”

Hester looked at Benedict. “It is no secret that our marriage was nothing but a convenience in the end. The love that began it all waned a long time ago when he chose…….,” Hester seemed to search for the correct word,” ……..others, to share his bed. I am saddened by his passing. I loved him and always will. There are things that make us love people and despite their faults we shall always love them for what it is that makes us love them. But I prepared myself for his passing since this morning and distance betwe