Chapter 21

• Filled with extreme anxiety which evoked a sensation of contempt in me. In the midst of high status people who are ready to judge a low girl’s existence. Me, who was never in the eye of anyone is now the centre of their discussion and the only thing they have to talk about is; How can Tyler marry someone like me. Even if Tyler is a supportive husband but still I feel insecure. I know I shouldn’t pay attention to the words of people but the shred of stupid dignity inside me is hurt by their words.
• My distressed gaze looked around to see but then I felt a hand over mine. I raised my gaze and saw Tyler eating his food in silence while giving my hand an assuring squeeze. My racing heartbeat gradually slowed down. A sudden wave of serenity washed over me. I gained some courage to be myself and not feel intimidated as he is here for me to be my pillar.
• I picked a spoon and tried to eat my food but the moment I picked it, all eyes fell upon me as if I had committed a sin. My heart began to beat fast again in dread. I timidly looked at Tyler who leaned in and whispered in my ears, “Wrong spoon.” Second hand embarrassment. A blush crept upon my cheeks as I looked away, “Sorry.” I mumbled, biting my cheeks. The more I try not to humiliate Tyler, the more complicated I make things for him. My heart clenched along with a tear pricked in my eye.