Chapter 115

In an instant, an untimely thought crossed my mind. Was she always this gentle and considerate in front of Richard and other men as well? For a moment, an overwhelming sense of sadness engulfed me. Sensations that only belonged to me were silently slipping away. Neither of us could manage to get hold of any of it. There was then a knock on the door. "Mr. and Mrs. York, dinner is ready. Will you be dining now?" It was Barbara. Her appearance gave me an excuse to escape. "We will be there shortly." The footsteps outside faded away. Wynnie was still nestled in my arms, showing no signs of movement for a long time. "It's time for dinner. You've just recovered, so you should take care of yourself." She lifted her head from my chest. Her watery eyes were looking directly at me. At that moment, I felt as if I had traveled back in time. Wynnie held my hand delicately, playing with it. Feeling the warmth of her palm, I was startled. Involuntarily, I wanted to escape from this warmt