"I understand it was a ghastly sight you saw, Athena… I know that it felt like an old wound was being ripped off, but to prevent decisions that might be regretted later, it's better to do adequate research before conclusions…"
Florence paused, watching her granddaughter with eyes laden with love and kindness. Letting go of her husband's hand, she got to her feet and walked over to her granddaughter on the bed.
A tired Athena made space, welcoming the side embrace of her grandmother, resting her head on the latter's shoulder, open to the conversation only because she was just too tired to argue. Hence, her ears were wide open to listen.
"Do you remember what happened when you and Ewan first separated…"
Athena's nod was barely perceptible.
"Did you remember Ewan issued a divorce? He received pictures about you and Lucas… incriminating… and acted on it without listening to you. How did you feel then?"
