Betrayed by Dee Henderson

Author:Dee Henderson
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: Fiction—Romantic suspense; FIC042040; FIC042060; FIC027110
ISBN: 9781493414857
Publisher: Baker Publishing Group
Published: 2018-11-11T16:00:00+00:00

eight

THE RETURN WALK FROM THE BEACH felt shorter, in part because they were walking toward lights. Greg pointed to a large building to the south of the main house, now dark. “A lot of my clients are recovering military veterans whose daily therapy includes physical workouts. That building houses a full gym, with weights, stationary equipment, a steam room, and a hot tub. On the east side you’ll find outdoor gear—floating boards, bikes, hiking equipment. Consider all of it at your disposal. Dad built much of this for my own particular needs as I recovered.”

“All right,” she said.

Rather than enter the main house, he took the breezeway to the left toward the other home and its welcoming lights. “This is one of the guesthouses. I think you’ll find it comfortable.”

Greg unlocked the door, and they stepped inside. He watched Janelle as she took in the sight of vases full of fresh flowers, the smell of sugar cookies, the background holiday music playing, a Christmas tree twinkling with lights and its faint smell of pine. His estate manager, Amy Juette, had lovely ideas for making things welcoming for guests.

Greg noticed Janelle’s tears, saw her hand fist in an unconscious motion to assert control and stop them, watched her smile to cover her reaction. It was a good sign, those sudden emotions that caught her off guard, even if she was still trying to suppress them.

“It’s truly beautiful, Greg.”

“You’re getting Christmas a little early. Amy Juette, my estate manager, couldn’t resist doing some shopping for you at her sister’s boutique after Ann had sent her a size range. The boxes under the tree are some clothes that might suit the island. Feel free to exchange any or all of them; you aren’t going to hurt their feelings. The two sisters simply love clothes, and shopping is Amy’s Christmastime pleasure.”

Tears did escape now. “Presents I can open early. Please, tell her thanks from me.”

“I will,” he promised. “I’ll introduce you two later this week.” Keeping his tone practical, he walked her through the short list of things that would bring this evening to a close. “Everything here is for your use—towels, soap, cosmetics, DVDs, board games, books—go ahead and explore every room, closet, and dresser drawer, and enjoy whatever you find helpful.

“In a three-ring binder on the kitchen counter you’ll find photos and brief bios of the people you’re likely to meet—some who work for me, others year-round residents.”

He walked to the front window and pointed. “See that living room table lamp at my place?” She came to join him, nodded.

“When that light is on, I’m up, company is welcome. Feel free to come over and find me. There’s no need to knock, just let yourself in and track me down. I’ll either be somewhere around the property or down at the beach. If I’ve left a note, it will be on my kitchen counter.” He held out the guesthouse key. “This is the last time I enter this house unless you invite me in.

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