Chapter 24
Tess’s beige couch and simple white walls were inferior and stark to what Mitch’s wife deserved. When they moved into a home, he'd ensure the surroundings complimented her fundamental goodness. First, he needed to apologize for what his brother had said and how he personally had handled everything. She closed the door behind her. He waited for her to stand in front of him, but she stayed still. He reached out for her.
"Tess..."
She moved away from him and headed toward the side cutout that led to her kitchen. "Can I get you anything, Mitch? I’m feeling better now that I ate."
If she disappeared, they'd delay his apology. The ring in his pocket brushed against his thigh. He pointed toward her couch. "No. Can we sit and talk about this morning?"
She fixed her glasses and walk
