Roger chuckled.
Jessica frowned, embarrassed at his reaction, and asked him, "Why are you laughing?"
"I have a peculiar question, I am not sure if you would like to hear it…" Roger laughed, almost bitterly, and spoke quietly.
Jessica simply nodded and raised her eyebrows at his hesitance, for Roger was not known for this behavior.
"If Aaron had saved you that day, would your feelings differ from what you feel for me?"
On the vast dining table, sitting face to face, they felt like they were so far apart even though they were so close. Roger had put down his utensils now, simply watching Jessica finish the last of her food. The room was very quiet, even the sound of Jessica's eating had quieted down. Roger was waiting for her answer patiently, which made Jessica unnerved.
Jess
