Dalia jerked up from the loud bang that frightened her. She looked around, her hand on her heart to stable the organ as it hammered almost painfully against her chest. "Do you know what time it is? What are you waiting for that you haven't made breakfast when you know I have to go to work today. You think you'll have peace of mind in this house after what you have done to me? You better get up now before you face my wrath."

There was a silent thump in her chest as she stared up at him. ...