One Summer in Spain by Ian Wilfred

Author:Ian Wilfred [Wilfred, Ian]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2020-06-22T18:30:00+00:00

Chapter 30

It had been a few days since Craig had left and the three of them were back into their old routine. Gemma could tell Rupert and Dulcie were missing him, but they also looked tired. They’d had a busy week socialising and being out and about in both Graingcia and Roncia, and it had all clearly taken its toll on them. Early nights, late mornings and relaxing in the sunshine were now the order of the day. After all, lazy days relaxing in a warm climate were one of the main reasons for coming to Spain.

Gemma also noticed that Rupert and Dulcie often appeared to be whispering to each other, abruptly stopping whenever she joined them. That was rather out of character, she thought, and another thing was that she hadn’t seen Dario since their trip to Ikea. She’d had texts from him updating her on progress. Wardrobes had been ordered, and would arrive with the beds and sofas. Gemma had arranged by text to walk down to Dario’s later the next day when everything would have been delivered and arranged in the apartments.

“Morning, you’re looking very dapper, Rupert. Oh, yes, it’s your morning out with the gang isn’t it?”

“Yes, that’s right. We’re meeting up in Roncia and going to the little café in the courtyard beside the church for lunch. An author’s been invited to give a talk, which will make a nice change, and then afterwards he’ll be showing us around the historic buildings. I’m actually looking forward to it as there’ll be less booze and gossip than usual.”

“Less gossip! That’s a surprise. I thought that was the only reason you went to the coffee morning. We’ll be so disappointed, wont we, Gemma, if he comes back without sharing news of a scandal?”

“Very funny. I hope you both have a nice day, and by the way if I hear any gossip I won’t be repeating it when I come back, so there.”

“What rubbish, Rupert. It’s impossible for you to not repeat things. Anyway, we look forward to hearing all about it later.”

“So, Dulcie, do you fancy doing anything today? A walk down into the town for a spot of lunch or just a coffee?”

“Actually, that’s is a good idea. I fancy a club sandwich and half a lager, but I’m not able to walk that far and back, dear. We’ll get Dario to bring us up the hill, if that’s alright with you. Are you on better terms now?”

“Yes, we’re getting on fine, thanks, Dulcie, although it’s quite a complicated story. What time do you want to leave?”

Gemma could tell by the expression on Dulcie’s face that she was curious about what she had meant about Dario. It would be good to tell her about Dario being a father as she knew Dulcie wouldn’t repeat it to anyone. She was a wise old lady and able to see things from a different perspective, this giving sensible advice.

“Let’s leave about twelve noon, shall we, dear? I’d quite like to have a look in that ladies clothes shop as well.

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