Ruth walked out of the room after Theodora's subtle threat. She was too embarrassed and upset by the events that all she wanted to do was run home and cry in Mrs Payne's arms.
But would that be a good idea?
How could she seek comfort in the lady's arms who was clearly hiding something from her?
Ruth asked about that white feather to Mrs Payne multiple times, but she dismissed all her questions, saying Ruth was being irrelevant. Ruth's headache grew more than before, and she did not know what to do anymore.
"Miss Moore."
She heard Edwin calling her name after they stepped out of Theodora's building.
She did not stop, kept picking up her feet faster than before.
"Miss Moore, stop."
"What?" She snapped at Edwin but kept walking.
"We need to talk." Came his voice from behind.
Ruth clenched her hands in fists. "I do not want to talk to you right now."
Edwin, already furious, did not like the tone she used on him. "It is an order, Miss Moore."