Good News

"Yes, It is about the Hotel Project including the land where the building would rise. I'm sorry if we have to discuss the issue at this untimely hour papa. The truth is, I barely slept last night thinking about it. I couldn't put my mind at ease unless we discuss the people's welfare first." 

When I finished my litany, I slowly raised my gaze to Alexander Crawford. I was half expecting to see fury gleaming upon his inky eyes as I looked up. But instead, it was tenderness I saw swelling in him that nearly made my heart burst with pride.

"I just want to tell you that I'm so proud of you Beatrix. Despite your condition, you never stopped caring about other people. We haven't been together for a long time but I could feel how good you are." 

Alexander Crawford slowly crossed the distance between us and stopped when he was a few meters away from my reach.