TMUW 56: Hug

I felt like I was about to throw up my intestines. My mouth was sour, and all I could manage to expel was water.

I washed my face to alleviate the dizziness. I was feeling so lightheaded as I sat down at the dining table. I reached for the glass of water that I'd been holding for a while. I wanted to rest, but I couldn't bring myself to do it.

I took the medicine Lucas gave me for the fever, but it still hadn't kicked in.

After a moment, I decided to go to the veranda. I was momentarily halted as I passed by Lucas' room.

From outside, I could clearly hear what they were watching. I just shook my head and continued to the veranda. I closed my eyes as the cool breeze met my face.

Iris is still here, and it feels like she has no intention of leaving. I also have no right to claim Lucas back from her. As Iris mentioned, our annulment papers have been approved. Basically, I don't have any say in what Lucas chooses to do.

Iris is no longer a mistress; she is the legal girlfriend. And