Chapter 9

He paused, then gave her hair a fond tousle. "Thea, don't tell me you're already missing me. It's only a few days. We're getting married soon. After that, you'll be stuck with me every day." Alyssa's voice carried in from the other side of the door. Terrence kissed Thea's cheek before leaving in a hurry. She watched him go, certain this was the last time they'd ever see each other. Not long after Terrence and Alyssa had left, Thea got a message from Alyssa. "Ms. Lundy, you saw everything last night, didn't you? I never thought you'd take it so well. Terrence promised he'd be with me these next few days. Your fiancé is spending his time with another woman right before your wedding. "You must be the saddest bride alive. Oh, and we're picking out a new house today. Terrence says it'll be our home from now on. You're welcome to visit, Ms. Lundy." Thea didn't respond. She had the housekeepers gather all her belongings in the villa, including the pictures of her and Terrence, and pile t