{Martha's POV} Tears pricked at the corners of my eyes. "Of course, I do," I whispered. "More than anything." "Then trust me on this," Mrs. Evans said gently. "Give him time, just tonight. Tomorrow morning, I will speak to him. And when the time is right, you will explain everything to him, properly." I inhaled shakily, nodding, even though uncertainty clamped around my chest like a vice. Mrs. Evans turned toward the laundry room and called out, "Carolina!" A moment later, Carolina appeared from the side door, wiping her hands on her apron. "Yes, ma’am?" "Prepare the guest room for me," Mrs. Evans instructed. "I'm staying the night." Carolina’s gaze flickered between us before she nodded and hurried away. I wiped my damp cheeks, feeling both relieved and anxious. The fact that Mrs. Evans had decided to stay made me feel a little more at ease. I took in a deep breath, my heartbeat gradually slowing. Mrs. Evans gave me a reassuring look. "You need to rest, dear. You loo
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