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It wasn’t until trene left that Teresa finally let out a quiet curse . If Irene weren’t her mother – in – law , Jonathan’s mom , she would’ve lost her temper aget ago , But all she could do was sigh .
Left alone at home , Teresa sat silently on the sofa . She pulled out her phone and glanced at the contact saved as Hubby .
She remembered Jonathan telling her this morning that he’d be out with his boss for work . In the end , she didn’t call him .
“ Miriam , ” she said , dialing her best friend .
“ What’s up , Teresa ? You sound kind of down , ” Miriam answered .
Teresa sniffled . “ It’s nothing , really . I’m just bored being home alone . When are you coming over ? I’ll take you to a bar with live music .”
“ Well , are you gonna sing when you get drunk ? You know you’re totally tone – deaf , right ? ” Miriam asked .
Teresa laughed . “ That’s fine , I’ll just listen to you sing . Or maybe we can invite Benny . I haven’t talked to him in forever . Wonder if he’s free .”
“ Ugh , I’m working these days . Let’s chat later , okay ? ” There was a burst of noise on Miriam’s end , someone calling her at work . “ Teresa , I gotta go . If you need anything , just text me . I’ll come find you later . ”
“ Alright , get back to work , ” Teresa said , hanging up with a sigh .
She was married now , not like single Miriam . She couldn’t go to Miriam for everything , and she didn’t want to dump her negative feelings about home on her , either . After all , Jonathan really did treat her well .
It was just that sometimes there wasn’t even anyone to talk to at home .
Just then , Jonathan texted Teresa . [ Honey , I’m meeting with Peter for business . I’ll be home late . ]
Teresa replied to him , asking what time he’d be back .
Jonathan didn’t answer right away . An hour later , he called . “ Sorry , I was having dinner with clients and saw your message late . Are you mad ? ”
“ No , I just wanted to ask . Should I go ahead and wash the dishes ? ” Teresa asked .
“ No need . I’ll do them when I get back . If you’re tired , just go to bed . Don’t wait for me , ” Jonathan said .
Before hanging up , he reminded Teresa again to lock the doors and windows and told her not to order takeout so late . It wasn’t safe .
Teresa glanced at the clock . It was already nine – thirty . She rolled up her sleeves , still wanting to wash the dishes herself .
She was only halfway through the dishes , struggling with her injured finger when the door opened .
Jonathan had just gotten home when he saw Teresa doing the dishes . He frowned , changed his shoes at the entryway , and walked over to her with concern written all over his face .
“ Didn’t I tell you not to do anything ? Your hand’s still not healed . Let me see , ” he said , gently taking her bandaged hand .
“ I’m fine . I just couldn’t sleep , so I figured I’d do something to pass the time , ” Teresa replied .
“ You shouldn’t get your wound wet . Even if it’s healed , you don’t need to do chores , ” Jonathan insisted .
“ But I- ” Teresa said .
“ Alright .” Jonathan cut her off , pulling her into his arms . “ Come here . I need a hug . I missed you all day .”
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Teresa patted his broad hack . “ How was work today ? Did everything go okay ? ”
Jonathan kissed her cheek . “ With your husband on the job , there’s nothing I can’t handle
“ Wow , look at youl Go take a shower . I’ll get the water ready for you , ” Teresa said .
Jonathan chuckled . “ What’s gotten into you today , huh ? Why are you being so sweet all of a sudden ? ”
“ I just think you’ve been working too hard lately , ” Teresa said .
She wanted to tell him about his mom coming over and stirring up trouble , but she wasn’t sure how to bring it up . Maybe she’d wait until after he finished his shower .
After Jonathan finished showering , he pulled his soft , sweet wife into his arms , burying his face in the crook of her neck . His hand slipped under her pajamas , making Teresa’s breath hitch . She hesitated and then said , “ Honey , actually , today ”
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