“Anyways,” he started, “I wanted to make sure you’re okay.” He offered her an apologetic smile. “I was a bit harsh on you earlier and could sense that you were tense. Is everything alright?” he asked.
Lena was flabbergasted. How could he possibly say that? Didn’t he know who she was? Or didn’t he?! She felt utterly confused.
From the look on his face, it was clear that he didn’t know who she was and was just being polite. Was he losing his mind? Or perhaps she was the one losing her mind, and this was a complete stranger who had nothing to do with her late husband. Maybe her mind was playing tricks on her.