Finding the Way Back (Book 1 in the Forgiving Hearts Trilogy) by Landy Erin

Author:Landy, Erin [Landy, Erin]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2014-12-05T08:00:00+00:00

Chapter Seven

The cut on Laurel’s leg healed much quicker than the emotional impact of the accident. She knew Colton would have acted the same way with anyone in her predicament, but she couldn’t forget the way he’d taken care of her. His actions put into sharp relief what she missed most - the joy and fulfillment of being loved.

Two weeks later, Laurel was scooping popcorn into bags. Beside her, Patty was giving updates on the football game. “Well, they just intercepted our quarterback for the third time tonight. I wonder if he’s color blind. He doesn’t seem to know the difference between blue and green uniforms. That pass went right to their defender.”

Laurel laughed. “Maybe our receiver didn’t run the right route.”

“If he doesn’t know where to run, we need to throw it to someone else.” Patty turned away from the game and glanced around the concession stand. “They need to invest in an air conditioner for this place.”

“Go take a walk; you’ll soon cool off. It’s not like we’re overrun with customers.”

“Just wait ‘til halftime. You’ll be wishing you never volunteered for this.”

“What else would I be doing on a Friday night?”

Patty threw her a sideways glance. “You could be out with that gorgeous husband of yours.”

“Or I could be here enjoying this football game.”

“I give up; I’m going to find my not-so-gorgeous, but definitely nice-looking husband.”

“Tell Roger I said hi.”

Laurel finished bagging the popcorn and went to lean against the counter. Her eyes swept over the people sitting in the stands and moved to the band getting into position for their halftime appearance. A loud cheer brought her attention back to the field.

One of the receivers had finally caught a pass and was running down the sideline. Everyone came to their feet, eyes focused on the player in blue. A collective groan erupted from the crowd when it looked as if he might get tackled short of the goal line, but at the last second, he dove headfirst into the end zone.

The roar was thunderous. Everyone was jumping up and down both in the bleachers and on the field. Considering it was their first touchdown of the year, the extended celebration was understandable. They’d been held scoreless the first two games of the season. Hopefully, this was the start of something good.

Laurel climbed onto the counter and leaned through the opening to watch the extra point attempt. When the football sailed through the goalposts, she let out a shout that died away at the sight of Colton standing a few feet away.

“Where did you come from?” she asked as she moved to a more dignified position.

“The parking lot. I assume this is where you’re teaching.”

“Not necessarily. I could work concession stands in my free time.”

He walked up to the counter. “In that case, could I get a Snickers and a soda? I came straight from the office and haven’t had dinner yet.”

Laurel handed him the candy and the drink. “That’ll be a dollar fifty.”

Dropping the money into her outstretched hand, he asked, “Are you winning?”

“No, but we’re only down by a field goal.

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