Chapter 53. Captured in Silence

"So now he's approved of both of you and wants you to marry each other?" Jessie asked.

"Yes, and I'd appreciate it if both of you could attend my wedding." She gave a friendly smile to Din, who looked Jessie in the eyes.

He got a nod from Jessie. At the very least, Kim would stop bringing up the topic.

Kim and Din continued to talk after breakfast, while Jessie sat quietly and listened to their past. "Do you mind if I borrow your wife for a few hours?" She inquired as she rose from her seat. She looked down at her wristwatch to see what time it was. "It is time, Jessie." Her gaze fell on Jessie as she spoke.

"You certainly can," Din remarked. He also requires his own alone time, and Jessie's departure would encourage him to get more rest and return to work.

"Come on, Jessie." Kim took her hand. "Your husband has released you to me." She grinned at Din. "Don't miss your wife too much."

"I will try not to." He smiled at Jessie. "Be safe and cal