Shades of Gray by Spradling Carol A

Author:Spradling, Carol A. [Spradling, Carol A.]
Language: eng
Format: mobi, epub
Published: 2012-04-08T21:00:00+00:00

Chapter 15

Kat slammed the bedroom door closed, rattling the latch in the jamb. She threw her crutches to the side of the room, gathered her skirt in her hands, and stuffed the waded fabric in her mouth. Not that she cared if everyone in the house heard her scream, but she didn’t want anyone to think she had injured herself. She drew back her head, inhaled deeply, and yelled. Aggravation bubbled at the bottom of her feet and raced headlong upward. Hot breath seared her throat in a primitive howl. Her body shook and she bent forward, releasing every, frustrated angst.

Not as exhausted as she thought she would be, she shuffled her way to the foot of the bed and flipped the latch on the trunk. She should never have stayed at the Gregory’s home this long. If there had been any other option, she could have gone elsewhere. Hopefully, there would be more farm houses on the other side of their property. If necessary, she would walk back to town and see if anyone was looking to add to their household staff.

Kat squatted on the floor and her knee poked through a tear in her skirt. She dug her finger under the flap. From the broken twigs entangled in the frayed threads, she must have caught the linen on a branch after leaving the cave. She fluttered the end of the leather strap between her fingers and thought about her morning.

Her outing had certainly been more active after Gray had caught up to her. It was a shame her dress had been ruined. At least it was a simple dress and not adorned with beads and finery. She thought for a moment. If she planned to find employment, she needed to present a tidy appearance. A reconstructed slit would show her skill with a needle. She hoped there was a sewing kit in the trunk. Her other option would be to change into a fresh gown.

Tugging on the leather strap, she pulled the lid open. The hinged top of the trunk bounced against the foot of the mattress. Kat looked down, her eyes wide. The interior of the box was completely empty. The sound of laundry flapping in the breeze broke into her memory. She had not paid much attention as she walked into the house. Thinking back, she remembered ducking under a clothes line filled with skirts and blouses. The line sagged in the middle under the weight of the wet fabric. Laura’s obsession with cleanliness had surpassed floors and bedding.

Kat pushed herself to her feet and turned in a circle. There had to be something she could do. Regardless of what lay ahead of her, she was certain that she could not stomach another encounter with Gray. Yesterday, on their picnic, his demeanor had been warm and friendly. She actually thought he enjoyed their time alone together. But today, he had been cold and distant. She didn’t know what to anticipate at their next encounter. At least with Reece, she knew what to expect.

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