Hailey nodded again, the seriousness in Archer's face convincing her that it wasn't the time to ask questions. He said nothing more, and simply turned away to the pan.
A small sigh left his lips, and he abandoned all the cut up vegetables, leaving the kitchen altogether. Before she could process the fact that he was gone, he came down again, this time, his feet carrying him out of the house effortlessly. He left the door slightly ajar as he left.
She swallowed, then walked up to the door and closed it for him. Her mind was blank, and the feeling of not knowing all of the details gnawed at her.
With great effort, she pulled herself to the shower. It helped her to be alert, and she stepped out and put on a light dress.
She stood in front of the window, her sigh small. Finally realizing s
