Chapter 58 Personal Questions

• “Miss Sophia,” I say, immediately interjecting. “I know you are curious, we all are.” I laugh, trying to make light of it. “But we can’t possibly ask Miles to reveal that kind of personal information if he’s not comfortable to do so…”
• “It’s alright, Esther,” Miles says calmly, his smile unwavering. “I don’t mind answering Miss Sophia’s question. She’s right, most of our previous presidents have had a partner at their side. Many, I suspect, have been able to do such a good job because of the support of their wives and husbands.”
• I give Miles a subtle look, hoping to tell him that I can end this conversation at any time, but Miles just as subtly shakes his head at me and then continues.