Chapter 17 Daughter-in-Law

Still, Annie was surprised to learn that Sean actually took the initiative to apologize. She didn't dwell on it, though, since she was finally free from that nightmare. When Annie came out of the room, breakfast was already set on the dining table. Christian, dressed in casual loungewear, walked out of the kitchen carrying two cups of warm milk. Annie glanced at the clock on the wall. It was already 10:00 am. Why was he not at work? Christian seemed to read her mind. He walked over and set the milk down by her hand. "When my superior heard that my wife was sick, he approved my leave. He's very understanding toward me." He spoke so naturally, one would think that he and Annie really were a loving couple. Wife…That word made Annie's ears grow a little warm. They were only married in name, so his commitment to his role left her feeling flustered. She had just opened her mouth to say something when Christian handed her an envelope. "It came this morning. It's yours." Annie froz