It was Muriel’s belief that Rod was already conscience-stricken and full of self-condemnation. The very worst thing she could do was to accuse him and when he denied it, show her proof with righteous anger. In that case, one of two things might happen. Caught in the act, embarrassed and contrite, Rod would despise himself. And every time he looked at Muriel, he would see her, not as his loving wife, but as a walking accusation, a reminder that he should loathe himself. And probably loathe her more for making him feel the guilt. There might be a widening and permanent breach. Or, on the other
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