Elaine
I stormed up the stairs, my heels hitting each step hard, almost like I wanted the house to shake with every step I took. I could hear the front door slam behind me—Kave had come in—but I didn’t turn around. I couldn’t. If I looked at him now, I’d either burst into tears or say something I’d regret forever. My heart was racing, my chest heavy with anger.
How dare he accuse me of cheating? Me, of all people?
My hands were trembling as I pushed open the bedroom door. I went straight to the bathroom and slammed the door shut, twisting the lock like my life depended on it. The sound of the click gave me the tiniest bit of relief. At least now, I had a few seconds to breathe without his accusing eyes on me.
I ran the tap and splashed cold water on my face. My skin felt too hot, like
