8

Richard Maran's Apartment

After taking a glass of water, Richard was about switching off the light and retiring to bed when he suddenly heard someone imputing his pin. Knowing who it was, he walked to the dining table and watched as Josie entered the apartment.

Glancing at the wall clock, he scoffed at how late she was. Closing the door gently behind her, she tiptoed to the couch, dropped the nylon bag she was holding on the table, removed her shoes and she jumped on the couch feeling exhausted. Sighing, she closed her eyes while Richard stood up from the dining table and walked up to her.

"What do you think you're doing here?" He asked.

Startled, Josie flickered her eyes open quickly and sat up. "Hey! You startled me!"

Folding his hands, he looked at her closely. "Hey? Am I your friend? I asked you what you're doing here. You should be at home and if not, your apartment."

Looking up at him, she smiled. "My darling, why would you want to send your wife away?"

"What? Darling? Who is yo