I still couldn't bring myself to trust Alexander completely, and I had no idea how things between us would ultimately end.
"I've been watching you two from the start," Raphael said warmly.
"And I'm really happy for you."
"Thank you."
Of all Alexander's friends, Raphael was the only one who knew about our marriage and the only one who had always treated me openly.
But then his expression shifted slightly.
"Alexander is the kind of person who values loyalty deeply."
"That's why he couldn't simply ignore Lilian after what happened."
"I hope you can understand."
Raphael had always been perceptive.
I could tell he had noticed the distance between Alexander and me—perhaps ever since that gathering.
But I had no idea what he meant.
Seeing the confusion on my face, Raphael paused.
"Has he never told you?"
I shook my head.
Alexander had been careful not to mention Lilian in front of me these days, likely trying to avoid upsetting me.
