A Heart Set Free by Janet S. Grunst

Author:Janet S. Grunst [Grunst, Janet S.]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Smitten Historical Romance
Published: 2016-12-02T00:00:00+00:00

Matthew was eager to get started home; it had been an enjoyable time but also a long day. The trip out of town was quiet except for the cheerful chatter of the children in back. They were headed west and into the sinking sun.

When all was quiet, he glanced over his shoulder. The children were asleep—just what he had hoped for, so he could question Heather. He had imagined she would appreciate a trip to Alexandria, a day to get away from mundane chores and enjoy being around people.

He glanced to his side. She was twisting a tendril of pale golden hair that had escaped her cap, a tendency of hers when she was contemplative. Her lips were closed and turned down. A pity. Her smiles were so engaging. Something was ailing her. “I thought it was a nice day. Did something happen or was something said to trouble you, Heather? You seemed, well, uncomfortable.”

“It was a very pleasant day, Mr. Stewart. If I seemed ill at ease, if I disappointed you, I am sorry. The Duncans are very nice people.” She glanced away.

“You have not disappointed me in any way.” Her mood certainly seemed capricious today. Was she on the verge of tears again? “Do you want to talk about what is distressing you?” How was he to approach her so she would tell him why she was so unhappy? Hers was too pretty a face to be so glum.

“Heather?”

“Nay. Nay, sir, I ... cannot.”

“Perhaps another time.” He would make it his goal to break through her shell. “It appears that you were successful on your errands today. Did you find all you were looking for?” That will surely perk up her spirits. What woman does not like to shop?

“I did. I found fabric for clothes and some notions so that I can help Mary with some sewing skills. Thank you again for allowing me to shop.”

“No need to thank me. It just was the most natural and reasonable thing to do.”

The remainder of the time on their trip home passed quickly, especially when Mary and Mark awakened. He listened to the children’s conversation as they approached the lane that led to the cottage. “We are almost home. Perhaps we could have a light supper once everything is unloaded.”

Heather nodded. “I will put something together.”

“Thank you. I hope Thorpe’s day went well.”

He glanced in Heather’s direction again. She appeared deep in thought. She sat so straight. What had happened to this lovely woman that made her erect such a wall? It was obvious that below her reserved exterior, she was in turmoil. Patience, man. It would take time to figure this all out.

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