Mariko's POV
Maddie was a sweet and gorgeous young woman. I have to admit that I have been feeling something towards her since I first laid eyes on her again after five years. Back then, I really didn't feel anything but I wanted her to feel warmth coming from a guest at a function. I had been married and that was the year that things between Amber and I started to take a shift. It only got worse over the years and I can relate a bit with Maddie when it comes to being treated as less than anything.
When I saw Maddie again after five years, I felt a pull towards her and it made me feel as if I had fallen for someone again, as if I was a stupid teenager. There are so many times, I want to just make a move, but I am controlling myself not only for her sake, but for myself and my own heart,
