Chapter 23

"I'll introduce other lawyers to you if you find it hard to trust Natalie." "I-It's fine. I trust her." "Good." Taylor looked away from Bethany and started driving. She clasped her hands tightly. Eyes wavering, she began, "Um, from the sound of Mr. Quint's words, he doesn't seem aware of your relationship with Natalie." "Natalie and I eloped. No one knows about our marriage except a few of our close friends." "Why did you elope?" Why? Taylor looked pensive. He chose to elope with Natalie years ago because he was forced to marry her. Hence, he refused to announce his marriage or acknowledge Natalie as his wife. … Back at Huston Villa, Natalie bought some ingredients from the grocer and prepared dinner to avoid being pestered by Taylor. At 6:00 pm, she heard some movements by the door. Taylor had come home and was changing his shoes. She said to him, "Wash your hands and have dinner." He looked over. She had changed into lounge wear, looking different from when she donned he