Chapter 12

By the time Zachary woke in Whistletown, it was already the next day. Charmaine had been watching over him the entire time. When his eyes opened and landed on her, irritation flickered uncontrollably. In the end, she was the reason everything had spiraled to this point. If she hadn't returned years ago, if he hadn't helped her then, Lynette would never have left. Charmaine, oblivious to his thoughts, hurried to call in the doctor. After a brief checkup, the doctor said, "Mr. Wright's collapse was caused by emotional agitation, compounded by prolonged stress. He needs to relax more. With proper rest, there shouldn't be any serious issues. Mrs. Wright, you could take him on a trip if time allows. Some fresh air would do him some good. " The doctor had referred to Charmaine as Mrs. Wright. Charmaine smiled. "Okay." But Zachary corrected the doctor immediately. "She isn't my wife. My wife is Lynette Sterling." Charmaine froze. In the past, Zachary would never have bothered to correc