Gwyn's Return by Heidi Harris

Author:Heidi Harris [Heidi Harris]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Steampunk Rock Press LLC
Published: 2025-05-09T00:00:00+00:00

12

Brent and I had fallen into an easy flow. He texted and called when he was out on a job. I read every blog he wrote and watched every vlog he posted. He was a witty, engaging writer. I enjoyed our conversations. The rhythm we had found was my perfect speed.

Brent was funny when he got talking about anything longer than a few seconds. The way his eyes lit up when he spoke about sports was captivating. The passion was written all over his face.

Before I knew it, the year had flown by and I was graduating in a few days.

“I am so proud of you.” Mom hugged my shoulders.

“Big accomplishment, Princess.” Dad winked at me. “What are you going to do after this week?”

My mouth fell open.

“I'm so glad we have at least one articulate child.” Dad rolled his eyes.

Kerris ran into the room and giggled. “What does articulate mean?”

“You Princess Too, you.” He kissed her temple.

“It means you talk a lot.” I found my voice.

“I don't talk a lot. Everyone else doesn't talk enough.” Kerris shook her head. “I'm graduating too.” She grinned.

“Well, it's not really graduating.” Mom crossed her legs. “You're just moving on to the next building.”

“Close enough.” Ker shrugged and ran out of the room at full speed. Then she came running back like she forgot something. “There will be cake though, won't there?”

“Yes, there will be cake at Gwyn's party.” Mom chuckled.

“That's all that matters.” Ker beamed and made a beeline for the exit.

“Your Dad and I have a graduation present for you.” Mom spoke up.

“You didn't have to do that.” I shook my head. I didn't know what they could possibly give me that I didn't already have. I was a Storyteller. My car was sitting inside of the garage. Anything I wanted, my parents usually took care of it.

“Come with us, Princess.” Dad led the way to the backdoor.

My mother covered my eyes as I stepped onto the back deck overlooking the beach. I didn't have a clue what kind of present they would be getting me that would be outside. Dad took my hand and led me down the deck stairs across the sand.

I laughed. “You guys are being ridiculous.”

“Surprise means surprise, Princess.” My father's tone was jovial.

Finally, we stopped on hard ground. I wasn't sure where I was. I didn't feel like we were close enough to Uncle Emmy's house, but we must have been, because that was the only place out this way. My Dad gave me a gentle pull and my Mom dropped her hands.

I was standing inside a combined Living Room and kitchen area. My mouth fell open, stunned. They had gotten me my own place. It was halfway between my parents’ house and Uncle Emmy's.

“Well, are you going to stay there and catch flies?” Dad laughed loudly.

I put my hand underneath my chin and lifted it up. I started walking around my new place. I touched the island in the kitchen as I circled the area. I made my way back the hallway.

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