Chapter Eleven Summary

Rachel returns to Washington, thinking that at least someone wants to be married to her, even if it is not her husband. On the way, Rachel is sure that Mark will have come to his senses; that he must miss her. Arriving at the house Rachel sees a police car in front and wonders if Mark is dead. At least that would solve some of her problems.

Inside, two police officers are sitting with Mark, drinking beer. They have come to return her ring. Rachel finds a note from Detective Nolan in the bag, telling Rachel that the robber had confessed and she will not need to testify. The stone on the ring is loose, so Rachel returns it to the envelope and puts it in her purse. Mark seems angry about this.

After the police leave Mark tells Rachel that...