Chapter 30

Nellie watched as Earl left the room, she didn't know why but she was happy. She kept giggling like a baby and she had even finished her food. Earl had opened up to her about his wife and he even admitted Astrid was his mistress, that was more than she had expected him to tell her. He didn't lie to her and she was glad. Where was Ariel? She had not seen her since yesterday and this morning too. It was almost like she couldn't contain the joy she felt at the moment, Nellie left the dining room and went to the dressing mirror, she stood there admiring her features in the mirror. Recalling the way Earl had taken his time to study her when he came out of the bathroom a smile crept to her face again, what is wrong with you Nellie? Ma'am Dodda had chosen this dress for her since Ariel was nowhere to be found, now she had to appreciate her efforts because Earl was awestruck by her beauty. He even wore the same color as her dress! Smiling for the last time, Nellie opened the door and lef