Penned in Time by Pepper D. Basham

Author:Pepper D. Basham
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: romance, historical, historical romance, christian, inspirational romance, pepper basham, the thorn bearer, the thorn keeper, the thorn healer
Publisher: vinspirepublishing

Catherine slipped in through the servants’ door and up the back steps, careful to keep as far from the hospital as possible, but Michael’s impish question niggled an aggravating curiosity. She’d convinced herself to go directly to her room and change upon arrival, but her Pietro Yantorny shoes turned her in the opposite direction. Clearly, the Italian designer set Cupid’s bow on the tips rather than the cloth buckle. She should have worn her practical English black leather lace-ups.

Her plum traveling suit caught the attention of almost every soldier she passed, and she tried to ignore the small thrill of pleasure. Their small gaze of admiration certainly did wonders for her confidence.

As she drew close to David’s office, the sound of music slowed her steps. Music? Suddenly, from behind, Jessica took her arm and pulled her to the office door.

“I can’t believe I’m saying this, but I’m actually glad you’re here,” she whispered and gestured toward the room with her head. “You have to fix this.”

Jessica? Glad to see her? Something must be very wrong. “What is it?”

“Look.”

Catherine peeked around the frame of the door and almost lost control of her laugh. In the center of the room, Adelaide Moore danced with David…or at least, Catherine thought the aim was dancing.

“I’m no expert on dancing, but that doesn’t look like anything I’ve seen before.” Jessica grimaced. “He’s as stiff as a nutcracker. In fact, so is she.”

“They do appear rather clockwork, don’t they?” Catherine lowered her laugh into her hand. “Your poor brother.”

“It’s fine for you to laugh now, when no one can see him, but I will not have him be made the fool.” Jessica’s harsh whisper grew in volume. “Go in there and show him the proper way.”

“What?” Heat drained from Catherine’s face at the thought of David’s arms around her. “No.”

“You would rather him dance in front of the whole town like this?”

Catherine cringed.

“Exactly.”

“You should be the last person asking me.” Catherine took another look at the pair. Dancing might have been Miss Moore’s goal, but it certainly wasn’t the result.

“Then it’s pretty obvious how desperate I am.” Jessica’s eyes took on a fire. “Go, help him.”

Catherine clutched Jessica’s arm and pulled her along. “On one condition. You must stay in the room at all times.”

“Why? Are you afraid you’ll do something irresponsible?”

“Not me, but I have the uncanny ability to inspire your brother toward ridiculous notions.” Catherine gave Jessica’s arm another squeeze for emphasis, hoping her steady gaze proved her point. “And both of us want him far from the ridiculous, right?”

To Catherine’s surprise, Jessica’s lips twitched into a smile. “You attempt the impossible. I just don’t want him looking like…that.”

Catherine shot Jessica an annoyed glance and stepped into the room. “Miss Moore, I am so glad I found you.”

Adelaide blinked her large eyes. “Found me?”

Catherine tried to avoid looking at David. Those eyes. His smile. “I’m afraid Nurse Ross has been beyond help with her nerves regarding this ball.”

Adelaide looked to Jessica. Jessica stared at Catherine and Catherine nodded.

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