Chapter 50 Distance Apart (3)

• "I don't know. Why didn't you listen to your husband?" The concern in her voice was palpable.
• "No, he did not tell me. We didn't talk today; he's really busy," I replied, my tone reflecting disappointment and resignation. I could almost hear my mother’s sigh of concern.
• "You may relax now. I must go. Your spouse is on his way, so I need to get ready. I plan to visit you tomorrow. Please take care of yourself," she said, her words were of instruction and affection.