Chapter 54. Attempted Murder?

“I do not like how distant you and Spencer are. It almost seems like you are a single woman.” Spencer Sherrod said. 

Racheal looked at him, speechless.

“I will have Steffan join you in this your new job, especially if the press would be there. He is a busy man, but he will clear his schedule if I ask him to.” Spencer Sherrod continued. 

Racheal could not find the words to say. She could not believe this was happening again. Her freedom was about to be squeezed even tighter. 

She enjoyed being on her own, not answerable to a husband she didn't even love.

“You know I am not doing this to be wicked right? How can you give me grandchildren if you both are so far away.” Spencer Sherrod said.

Racheal’s jaw dropped. 

“Yes. Our pact with Xen will be useless if you do not have children to make the country really one. And the coterie will start asking questions if you are not pregnant soon.” Spencer Sherrod said, stood up, and turned his