Ashley was different. She kept her innocence but also enjoyed fun and games with Joshua. Apart from occasional impatience, they clicked well in other ways.

Joshua’s decision to marry Ashley wasn’t about sharing his life with her but about appeasing family pressure and fulfilling his grandmother’s wish. Ashley lacked significant family connections, posing no threat to him. This allowed Joshua to enjoy the glamorous world comfortably.

Even at home, Ashley wouldn’t be a dull companion. It ...