One Falsely Accused

As a lonely widow, Kathleen often visited her husband’s grave. But after meeting Richard and dating him for a short time, Kathleen knew that once again she was in love. In only a few months they decided to marry. When she met him she had no idea he was a wealthy man but that didn’t impress her. It was his kindness she appreciated. Once they returned from their nine-day honeymoon, Richard informed her that he had to take one last trip for his job and he’d return in two days. She waited for his return but Richard never came back. Why?