Chapter 27

I usually tell her to remember to clean up her mess, but she never does; every time she watches TV, I have to clean up.

But, given my lack of company for her, I can't bear being too tough with her.

I quietly pushed in her door, , set the cup of warm water beside her bedside, and then left.

The viewpoint of Irene Nadine

When the door was shut, I gently opened my eyes and gazed at the water cup beside my bedside, my eyes a little dim.

I occasionally walk downstairs in the middle of the night to drink water. He thoughtfully purchased a thermos cup for me now that the weather has turned cold. I don't always remember, but he will change the water in the cup for me so that if I wake up thirsty in the middle of the night, I can take a mouthful of hot water.

Today, I didn't feel particularly moved in my heart. I assumed he would be considerate to me, but he was as considerate to Kathy Clark.

I don't require such attention.