155: I Believe

Upon hearing the gossip that Bruno was accompanied by a woman who was not a client to the company, Emily quickly ascended the stairs to investigate, only to be disappointed.

“What did you expect?” Bruno asked without looking up.

"Didn't know, hence came to look." Emily took a seat next to Lizzie, "Sister-in-law," she assured, "If my brother does anything wrong to you, or wrongs you in any way, I promise to tell you. Rest easy, I will watch out for him."

Lizzie turned to Emily, wondering if her enthusiasm was a bit much.

"I trust Bruno," Lizzie replied with a smile.

At that moment, Adeline, who was delivering coffee, heard her words and trembled slightly, causing a soft clink from the china cup.

To Adeline, Lizzie's faith in Bruno was laughable. How could she trust him? And if Lizzie did, what did that mean for her?

How could Lizzie trust in their marriage devoid of promises?

Alone in the office, Lizzie held a music textbook she just purchased from the bookstore. She had only read two