Chapter 9

Trisha thought Cyril would be overjoyed and agree right away. But he didn't speak for a long time, nor did he make any move. Anna's patience ran out again. She began threatening suicide once more. Only then did he lean down slightly and kiss her briefly on the lips. Not noticing anything strange, Anna simply smiled and threw herself into his arms. After watching the two of them make up, Trisha smiled quietly to herself. Without a word, she turned and walked away, slipping the ring off her finger. Once back home, Trisha booked a flight to Elarin for three days later. When the airline called, she answered. "Yes, the 9:00 am flight. First class." Midway through the conversation, Cyril came back. He looked surprised. "What's this about first class?" he asked. Trisha hung up and replied calmly, "First class on the plane." "Did your mom agree to come to the wedding? When is she arriving? Want me to pick her up?" Trisha didn't correct his misunderstanding. "No, it's fine." Cyril d