The office was very quiet, awaiting Tariq's confession with so much excitement as if it was the key to a hidden fortune. Everyone leaned forward, their eyes fixed on the man's face or lips. Some were still thinking about his looks, but most were focused on the reasons for his choice. It was so quiet that they could all hear each other breathe.
Sienna huffed, "I have been holding my breath in for almost two minutes Tariq, you have to give me something. Why did you choose to marry a woman you clearly didn't find attractive? And why did you want her to become uglier? Is it revenge? Is it...a fetish?"
Mija shouted, almost hysterically, "Tell us, tell us dammit."
Elder Mini cleared her throat, while Linera pulled Mija backwards, afraid she would leap on Tariq and grip his neck.
Tariq's jaw tightened. He looked away, refusing to meet Sienna's eyes. "That is personal," he said flatly.
