An empty bed
Upon awakening, she found herself in an empty bed. Bill had departed, leaving with all the documents in tow. Not a thank-you note in sight, but that aligned with his typical demeanor. Affectionate gestures were never his forte; he never embodied the lovey-dovey partner. This routine departure hinted at the emotional distance that characterized their relationship, an aspect that Emma had grown accustomed to. As the morning unfolded, the absence of acknowledgment lingered, underscoring the pragmatic nature of their connection amid the unfolding complexities of wealth and ambition.