Chapter 46. The Garden

She strolled in as a drift of fresh roses filled the air with a memorable fragrance — she smiled, an energetically and heartfelt one. She has been keen to come out here, sightsee the garden ever since she saw it from afar. It’s been two weeks and she finally got the chance to come out and explore — get some fresh air and let loose of the disconcerting thoughts in her mind.

She looked up at the sky, the sun was setting and it was almost getting dark. She loved it. The wind was cool and the appearance of the place was convivial. She settled down on the stand hammock as she breathe out gently. It was calming to have the place to herself.

She wondered why she got herself slogged at first, thinking how she’d survive for 12 months, under the same roof with a man she refers to her husband and never socialize with.

Her lips curved upward — she loves how they’re living without seeing each other. She doesn’t get to see him until it was breakfast time, and it wasn’t every day