One Hundred and Nine

Caleb bent his head being disappointed in his behaviour towards her. 'I must be thankful I started to seek employment as soon as I left home, has Nevil, Gilbert or Aaliyah seeked employment here? It has been almost three weeks since I hand over the stores to mom, I wonder what adjustments she has made, and who is managing the business, since she has not queried about dad or Petal.'

Caleb stood up immediately as she entered the office, her face was pale and she looked worn out. "Honey are you alright?" Caleb asked as he held her hand and put her to sit down.

Sarahiah observed his concerns for her, 'Dear God, how am I going to relate this bad news to him?' She touched his nose when he stooped in front of her and gently stroked his face. 'He is already hurting with the loss of the baby, and now this, I wonder if to tell him.;

Just then he asked, "Honey what is it?"