Dumped by Ex , I married his Uncle
“I’m just being a gentleman, sis. I saw a woman in pain and I helped. That’s it. I’m not trying to”
“Fall for her?” Mariam interjected softly, stepping closer. “Because you already have.”
Elijah snapped his head toward her, his face a mixture of anger and denial. But Mariam didn’t back down.
“Look,” she said, lowering her voice, “I’m not saying you’re wrong for caring. Serena’s a beautiful soul. Anyone can see that. She’s graceful, even in heartbreak. But Elijah…”
Mariam reached out and touched his arm. “No matter what you do. No matter how many times you wipe her tears or help her through the storm, her heart will always belong to someone else.”