Rhoda's POV The ride home was silent and I liked it that way. I just didn't want to speak with Lucian. I didn't want to look at him I love you, Rhoda His words still rang in my ears and the shock I received after hearing him say that still lingered in the air. Was he serious? Did he mean it? Does it even matter? This was just a marriage that i signed a contract and after this marriage, everything would be over. Why does it matter if he meant it? I exhaled deeply, shutting my eyes as I folded my hand over my chest. Soon we got home and I unlocked the car door myself, ignoring Lucian completely “Oh Rhoda dear, you're finally back. How was the therapy session?” Mom asked in excitement, rising to her feet as she walked towards me at the door. I faked a smile, displaying my teeth “I

