Chapter 153

‘Who was that?’ Rhys asked the moment Catherine stepped inside. She didn’t answer right away. Just shut the door and fussed with her scarf like it was stuck. ‘The woman in the car,’ he said. ‘You pulled up nearly half an hour ago. Just now decided to come in?’ ‘She’s a friend.’ ‘Then why didn’t you invite her in?’ He moved towards the window. The woman was getting into another car. ‘She looks familiar. Have I met her?’ ‘Don’t think so.’ Catherine slid past him. ‘You’re home early. Not busy at the office?’ Nice try. ‘And you’re home late. You’re seven months in, Catherine. What the hell are you doing out driving? The doctor said bed rest. Mum’s told you to stay put.’ She didn’t respond. Just kept walking. He followed her into the dining room. Louisa was already seated, eating quietly. Willow was glued to her phone. Clive wasn’t home. Same old picture. Catherine reached across the table. ‘Willow, pass the salt?’ Willow shoved the pepper shaker closer without looking up. Rhys sat down. ‘Y