Her question shattered their silence. Mhia could clearly see Skyler pause in lighting the gas range. He stared at it for a long moment before facing her.
“And what exactly do you mean by your question?” He leaned on the kitchen counter, his gaze piercing into her.
Mhia felt like she wanted to hide at that moment. His eyes were piercing right through her heart; like icy daggers stabbing at her, making it hard for her to breathe.
She swallowed hard, feeling numb. She absentmindedly took a sip. She regretted even asking him about that. It felt like he would swallow her whole.
But if she didn’t ask, how would she know the truth? That she might already be hurting someone else without knowing.
“I... I was just wondering.” Her eyes landed on his finger. “I saw your ring.” Then she looked bac
