Safe Haven by Ellen Hoil

Author:Ellen Hoil [Hoil, Ellen]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Desert Palm Press
Published: 2019-10-02T22:00:00+00:00

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Brigid waited outside with Mr. Fowler. What could possibly be going on in there? She paced back and forth in front of the door.

What does Janet think she is going to find in there that Sam wouldn’t want me to see? If Sam is sick, I would think she would want my help. Brigid wrought her hands trying to remain calm. Brigid couldn’t see anything going on in the room. She tried to look without getting too close. I have to let Janet handle this. I trust her. Sam will be fine, I’m sure of it.

Brigid stepped away with a deep sigh, frustrated. She continued pacing before leaning against the minivan, wrapping her arms against herself. After last night, I wouldn’t blame her if she didn’t want to see me again. Could she be mad at me? I don’t think so. I hope not. She seemed so okay when I left. I know it was the coward’s way out, but I had to leave. I was so confused.

Brigid glanced at Mr. Fowler, who watched in silence, running his hand though his sparse hair. She began playing with the rear-view mirror, flipping it back and forth.

I wasn’t strong enough to stay. I hadn’t been kissed like that since Tina died. It was amazing. Too amazing. It scared me. I felt at home in Sam’s arms, and when we kissed, my soul felt at peace and safer than I’ve ever felt.

I was so overwhelmed. I was shocked that I felt that deeply for someone again. I did the only thing I knew how to do. I tried to ignore it and pretend it never happened. But it did happen, and now Sam is in there. Is she angry, hurt, or sick because I walked away? I wouldn’t blame her, but I only want to tell her how she made me feel for the first time in a long time. I felt something other than the loneliness and emptiness I’ve lived with for so long. I felt love.

Brigid pushed off the car and walked back toward the room. Did I say ‘love?’ I can’t love her. I’ve only known her a few weeks. How could I possibly even think I love her? I haven’t felt this way about anyone for so long. She makes me feel the way Tina did, and last night it felt like more. Brigid stopped her short trek. Oh, my God, what am I going to do?

The longer Brigid waited, the more worried she was about Sam and about her own confusing feelings. She knew that what seemed like hours was only a few minutes. When she heard Sam scream, she rushed into the room. Sam was pressed up against the wall. She looked like a frightened child.

“Sam, you’re okay. We came to see if you’re okay,” Brigid said, as she started to step closer. “What’s the matter, Sam? What’s going on? Are you all right? Please, answer me, you’re starting to scare me.”

Janet grabbed Brigid by the shoulder. “Brigid, wait.

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