CELESTINE’s P O V

‘‘I had no idea that Auntie had passed away, or how much you’d suffered…’’ Sean said. ‘‘Why didn’t you look for me? You were alone, Celestine… and you know that I’ve always been there for you. You should’ve known that just one call from you, I wouldn’t hesitate to get in touch with you again!’’

Because my emotions were all over the place at the moment, I chose not to say anything.

‘‘Celestine, please…’’ he was pleading now. ‘‘Let me help you… I’ll help you get free from this marriage—’’

‘‘What the heck is going on around here?’’

Before I could even open my mouth to...