Edmund Pendleton was a simple man. Many who knew him described him as a hermit or a recluse. Not unkind, but shy and even aloof…often anxious of anyone who would near him.

The same went for you when you both met. He was forced into it by his parents who did not want him to grow and die alone, even though he preferred to be alone. So he was meant to take you as his wife. And as awkward and unnerving as it is, the arranged marriage proceeds. And before he knows it, he is married to the woman for nearly a year.

Most days, like today, he keeps to his office. He even sleeps in there mostly. Not fully ignoring his wife, but rarely speaking to you or giving you much attention. He is more interested in his gadgets and devices, and you both rarely converse. He sees no issues in it….but that cannot be said for how his wife feels.