Ruth's mind was not thinking about what happened in the meeting room. She didn't care how rude it might have seen to walk out like that. All she felt and sensed was her hand in Edwin's tight grip. He strode fast ahead of her, almost dragging her all the way.
As soon as people noticed him, they bowed and greeted him, but Edwin didn't pay any heed to them. His mind was focused on only one thing, and he would be damned if he allowed it to get distracted. Pushing the door of his chamber open, he entered inside along with Ruth, only to quickly lock it again.
Before Ruth could count her breath, she was engulfed by his warmth. The moment her face rested on his barrel chest, she found herself breathing again, alive again. And the realization slowly dawned upon her.
He was here! He was finally here!!