A Contract Marriage
he says, a serious look on his face.
I smile, “thank you, though I’m not sure how this will turn out but I’m really glad you’re here. It will take the heat off me”
He nods, “please show me the way”. I nod, “follow me” I say, walking to the parlour.
I don’t know if it’s David aura and how tall he just is or the fact that he’s a stranger but all eyes are on him and no one is smiling.
Despite my family’s cold and reserved looks, David speaks up, “Good evening, my name is David Carter and I am Lena’s husband” he says, squeezing my hands.