A Christmas Homecoming by Johnson Kimberly Rose

Author:Johnson, Kimberly Rose
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: Sunriver Dreams Book Two
Publisher: Mountain Brook Ink
Published: 2016-09-30T04:00:00+00:00

Chapter Ten

Stephen stood in his mother’s kitchen facing Bailey. She was truly stunning even in sweats. How did a simple haircut change a person so much? He studied her face a moment longer. He’d thought she was attractive before but now—wow.

“What’s going on? Why do we need to talk about me taking over?” Bailey’s voice wobbled.

“It’s nothing bad.” He wondered at the worry on her face. When would she trust him enough to not think the worst when he wanted to talk with her? He motioned toward a chair at the table. “I lined up a couple of interviews for this week. We need to get your assistant into place as soon as possible.”

“I didn’t know anyone replied to my ad.”

“No one did. I contacted a school in Portland, and they put me in touch with two graduates living in the area.”

“That was a good idea. I hadn’t thought to reach out to the schools. My alma mater likely has a few recommendations too. I’ll give them a call in the morning.”

“Don’t. Let’s wait and see these candidates before we get anyone else’s hopes up.”

“Good idea.” She fiddled with her hair and glanced toward the door.

“I like your new look. I liked the old one too, but this is nice.”

“Thanks. My friends thought I needed an update.” She touched her hair again. “It’s been quite a day, and I’m beat. Will you please lock up when you leave?” She strode from the room.

He stood there staring at the empty space where she’d been only a moment ago. He couldn’t figure her out. She was shy and timid about some things, and at other times she was bold. Like when he saw in her eyes she wasn’t happy with him for letting himself and the kids into the house. Good thing the kids were with him, or who knows what would have happened. Not that he was afraid of a little verbal sparring, but he preferred to avoid it if possible.

“Uncle Stephen, we’re finished,” his nephew called.

Stephen sighed. “On my way.” When Rick had told him things were not going well with Judy, he’d had no idea how bad the situation really was. Apparently Thanksgiving was a show for the family and the kids. They’d left after church for a couple’s retreat. He thought it odd that it would be held during the week, and that either of them would take time off to go, but he was glad they were trying to work things out.

He and Rebecca had been opposites in almost every way, but that’s what made them compatible. She had qualities in her that he lacked and admired and vice versa. Would he ever have that kind of relationship again? He hoped so.

Collin slid to a stop in his socks at the kitchen doorway. “What’s taking you so long?”

“Sorry, buddy. I’m letting my mind wander. Let’s go. Morning will come faster than any of us would like.” He ruffled his nephew’s hair as they strolled side by side to find Lacy.

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