Fake Blindness, Real Consequences

Synopsis

James Sterling, blind in one eye and soaked to the skin, stood at my doorstep. Suddenly, I understood why Edward Foster had taken his childhood sweetheart Sophie Allen, who had a heart condition, into our home. The person one first fall for was unforgettable. I felt sympathy and immediately let James move into the villa. Years apart had left him frail and withdrawn; even a light touch made him tremble. I had to comfort him, care for him, putting all my attention on him. I even forgot to be jealous of Sophie, forgot to lash out at Edward. But Edward broke down. Eyes red, he shouted at me, "Claire, I'm your husband. Why do you always side with him?"