BENEATH HER ASHES
“To have someone of your status interested in investing , it is a godsend.”
I watched him speak with such enthusiasm, all while he sat under the illusion that his life was still in his control. His hair had more grey than I remembered, his eyes a little more tired. Still attractive, but not nearly as confident as the man who once turned his back on his wife without remorse.
During our conversation, I asked the question casually, sipping my espresso.
“Are you married, Mr. Jack?”
He smiled .
“Very happily, for ten years now.”
I stared at him, nodding politely, but inside I was laughing. Foolish man. He has no idea his beloved wife is sneaking kisses with a boy who could be her younger brother.
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