"Coming from a life of privilege, I had never thought about being trapped in a dark and dirty place like a prison. However, I endured several months there until eventually being sold.
"My mother and sisters, some of them even died in prison before they were released.
"I had been yearning for your presence, but I understood that you were not someone I could see at will."
As the cold moonlight bathed us, Edward discerned the undercurrent of loneliness in my words. He asked with a solemn tone, "Matilda, you still blame me, right?"
With a composed demeanor, I responded honestly, "If you wish to hear the truth, then yes, I do blame you.
"I was thinking, you always say you love me, but where were you when my family was slandered? Why did you stop contacting me so early?
"You had promised to ensure my well-being and happiness. Do you recall that?"
Edward's body trembled slightly, and his face must appear distressed.
He said, "I'm sorry, Matilda. I promise I won't let you down again in the future."
A smile graced my face as if the previous conversation had never occurred. I delicately pinned a small flower that I had picked onto Edward's temple and requested him to carry me back.