Chapter 39 Observing

• Seeing her now, James found her even lovelier than the pretty child he recalled. Unable to resist, he sat beside her sleeping form for some time. When she shifted to lean against his shoulder, he thrilled at her nearness and the unchanged sweet floral fragrance of her hair.
• Jasmine, just like when they were small. He had always adored that scent on her, like being enveloped in a garden of the delicate blossoms. She still loved filling her room with them apparently.
• After several hours, her errant husband had not returned and she remained nestled against James, one hand resting lightly on his chest. He exulted in her touch, though it was not meant for him which also sparked anger within. How dare that cad abandon this angel to openly pursue another!