Chapter 41

Rhonda’s skin literally prickled with the nervous tension that she could feel so intimately as she led Oberon out of the nursery to the corridor which was widely spread in the direction of the upper floor which were her own private quarters.

“There are electronic monitors everywhere in the house so that we can hear Ruriel in distress no matter where we are. Both I and the nurse are going to be aware of that, so it is not a problem if I close the door,” said Rhonda as she closed the door as if explaining a minor detail which was a matter of fact.

“I am sure that you have been quite meticulous in planning and setting up a safe environment for Ruriel, Rhonda,’ came Oberon’s clipped response. It was his way of showing dissent that he was hurt and angry that he had not been involved in any of the decisions that had been so crucial and vital for bringing up their child. The tight reply put an even tighter band her chest constricting her breath. Oberon’s resentment at being lef