Wrapping the robe tighter, I walked toward him, took the water bottle from his hand, and made my way across the room. After placing the water on the bedside stand, I sat near the end of the bed facing him. “I’m exhausted. Don’t you sleep?”

“Occasionally.”

“Will you tell me what the fiancée remark was about?”

He lowered his leg and leaned forward, placing his elbows on his knees. “I’ll tell you more than that.” When I didn’t respond, he ...