James returned to his car and lit a cigarette.
Inside the house, Bella went into her room, drew back a small corner of the curtain and looked at James through the window.
James sat smoking one cigarette after another in front of his car. He looked completely depressed.
He had never smoked in front of Bella, though he had picked up the habit a few years ago when he first took over the company.
At that time, Simon had gone abroad with Mrs Garcia, Grace and Sybil were not around either. James was young and inexperienced and many people were jealous of him for his fame and fortune. It was a very difficult time for him, particularly after
Vera left him as well. He had borne all the pressure and responsibility alone. Smoking was his one vice to deal with everything.
Since he met Bella, J
