"Like both of you, my wife and I agreed to marry each other for convenience. It was a rocky start for us but at the end of the day she is my only companion whom I hold dear" he said, with a bit of solemnity in his tone, and for the first time he looked somewhat lonely.
Ashleigh melted on seeing the old man's plight. He seemed to regret not having her by his side. At the same time, her heart wavered. Was this going to be her fate as well?
"My dear, I felt your emotions earlier. I understood all you meant, and I want to tell you to be strong, because there is a lot more from where that came from", he held her hand firmly, speaking with calmness.
Ashleigh only nodded in understanding, thanking the man quietly as he let her hand go. He began to walk to the door slowly, both of them watching
