Chapter 28

However, Theodore had eventually lowered his emotional defenses and confided in her, sharing his deepest thoughts and feelings. This act of vulnerability had felt almost as intimate and profound as the physical connection they had shared. The prospect of returning home alone seemed unthinkable to her now, especially when she considered the alluring alternative he was presenting.

As Theodore gestured for the check, he appeared to interpret her silence as agreement. The waiter approached their table, his expression marked by a worried frown.

"Is there something wrong with the food?" the waiter asked.

"The food is excellent," Theodore responded, giving Pamela's hand a reassuring squeeze. "But I find my companion's beauty incredibly distracting. So, we'll just take the bill, please."

Pamela noticed the knowing look exchanged between Theodore and the waiter, and for a fleeting moment, she felt a pang of betrayal. She was no longer the confident woman who had been a regular patron of this e