Bay's Desire by Shirleen Davies

Author:Shirleen Davies
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Avalanche Ranch Press LLC
Published: 0101-01-01T00:00:00+00:00

Chapter Thirteen

Bay pushed his almost empty plate aside, sitting back on a labored breath. “When you invited me to lunch, I didn’t expect you’d make two of my favorites. Both were excellent, Suzette. Thank you.”

Even though they sat close to each other, he made no move to reach out and take her hand. He also hadn’t kissed her when arriving earlier. His actions puzzled Suzette, made her wonder what had happened to the man who’d wanted to share her bed the night before.

What bothered her more was the sallowness of his complexion, the flat glint in his eyes, the unconscious way he lifted his finger to a temple every few minutes. Her initial decision to speak with him about her reasons for possibly leaving town fell away as she studied him.

“You’re welcome, Bay. I’m glad you still had time to come over.”

He blinked in surprise. “I’ll always make time for you, sweetheart.” The words sounded right, but the somber look on his face, the tone of his voice, troubled her. More than she wanted to admit.

“I have pie, if you’re still hungry.”

Holding up a hand, he shook his head. “Thank you, but not today.”

They sat in silence until she couldn’t handle the quiet any longer. “I should clear the table and get ready for work.”

Standing, he pulled out her chair before moving out of her way. “I should be going also.” Leaning down, he grabbed his plate.

“Leave it, Bay. I’ll take care of them.”

He hesitated a moment, then set the plate down. “If you’re sure.”

Giving him a half smile, she nodded. “I am.” Moving past him, she headed to the door, drawing it open. When he started to walk past without touching her, she reached out, gripping his arm. “Is everything all right?”

Glancing down at his arm, he placed his hand over hers. “I’ve a lot on my mind. It has nothing to do with us.”

Inching closer, her worried gaze studied his. “Didn’t we used to say your problems are our problems? Tell me, Bay. What’s bothering you?” Suzette didn’t know why she pressed him. She might be leaving and couldn’t afford to get tangled up in his troubles.

Cupping her face with his hands, he bent down, placing a soft kiss on her lips. “How long will you be at the restaurant tonight?” His voice held no hint of joy. Only worry.

“About nine.”

Kissing her cheek, he stepped away. “I’ll be there a little before to walk you home. We can talk then.”

She cocked her head. “And you’ll tell me what’s wrong?”

Lips drawing into a thin line, he gave a terse nod before stroking a hand down her arm and leaving.

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