Charles was satisfied with Bella’s conduct and held on to her until Dora’s surgery was over. Throughout the elongated waiting period, he failed to understand how much Bella suffered. From the moment he had taken her in his arms, she dared not look at Beck.
Beck could tell that her marriage was not a happy one. This sudden public display of affection from Charles’s side was causing much embarrassment.
Bella from her side was afraid that she would see pity in his eyes. This made her feel awful. The last thing she wanted was Beck to see her as a miserable woman.
Luckily, Beck didn’t make her feel awkward. He must have sensed her condition and avoided talking to her. He also avoided looking at her. Occasionally she would shoot him a glance. He was leaning against the wall and seemed quite t
