Reclaiming My Life — Episode 9

over kian explained her husband keeps her on a tight leash now everyone turned to look at me i froze opened my mouth but decided to keep quiet i turned around to answer the I glanced at the screen. On the phone, Ethan sounded strained. Why aren't you answering my calls?

I'm having dinner with a friend. What friend? A guy or a girl? Do I know them? You don't know them. I cut the call and prepared to head back when I suddenly overheard someone say,

Your taste is getting particular. She's just a friend. Keon said, focusing on his food. Everyone exchanged glances. I waited a moment, pretending I hadn't heard a thing. Kyan, Ms. Bennett looks young. How many years has she been married?

How many years? I felt incredibly awkward. Three years. His friend pressed further.

And what kind of work does Miss Bennett do? Kian turned his head toward me. Right, you are a... I quickly chimed in.

A music teacher. He nodded in approval. His friend crossed his arms. How do you know absolutely nothing about her?

Kian set his knife and fork down. I know her husband is cheating on her, their marriage is falling apart, and they're about to get a divorce. Is that enough?

The entire room fell into a dead silence, completely unable to sit there any longer I'm full I'll head back first I