Affair

Margaret moved to the window, looking out at the quiet street below. The world seemed so calm and peaceful, a stark contrast to the turmoil that had been her life with James. She felt a sense of relief and liberation, knowing that she had made the right choice for herself and for Lily.

Her thoughts were interrupted by the sound of footsteps. She turned to see Fredrick coming back into the room, a warm smile on his face. "Everything okay?"h he asked, his eyes filled with concern.

Margaret nodded, smiling back. "Yes, everything's fine. I was just... taking it all in."

Fredrick walked over to her, wrapping his arms around her and pulling her close. "I know this is a big change," he said softly. "But we'll get through it together. You're safe here."

Margaret leaned into him, feeling the strength and comfort of his embrace. "Thank you, Fredrick. For everything."