The Bear's Unlikely Mate: A Small Town Shifter Romance (Bear Creek Forever Book 2) by Harmony Raines

Author:Harmony Raines [Raines, Harmony]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Harmony Raines
Published: 2024-05-30T00:00:00+00:00

Chapter Eleven – Rosie

“That truly was magical,” Rosie told Levi as they left the trail, and followed the winding path back to the veranda that overlooked the lake.

“It was.” He smiled wistfully and glanced toward Elliott, whose pace had slowed now that the excitement of the lantern trial was waning. It was way past his bedtime, and they really should be getting back to their cabin. But she couldn’t resist the urge to linger a little longer.

As they strolled along the side of the lake, the moonlight cast a silver glow over the water, making the water shimmer like liquid diamonds. Rosie felt a pull, not just toward Levi but to this entire place, as if it were calling to her, with a promise of a peaceful life.

But this was not where her dream life lay.

She would not be swayed by pretty lights. Or handsome men who made her insides turn to liquid fire. Wasn’t that how she ended up married to Terry?

Terry, who had offered her a life filled with love everlasting. Only to leave her devastated and broke.

No, she had to stick to the plan. Her plan.

“Seeing the lantern trail through Elliot’s eyes was incredible,” Levi told her. “It’s like being taken back to my childhood and re-experiencing the wonder all over again.”

She nodded, watching Elliot’s small figure ahead, his steps becoming more languid as he fought off sleep. “He’s had such a good time tonight. It’s been a while since I’ve seen him this happy.”

“My mom tells me that kids are resilient,” he replied, offering her a reassuring smile. “They bounce back quicker than we think.”

Rosie sighed heavily. “I hope she’s right.”

Levi’s eyes searched hers, as though seeking to understand the depths of her worries. “She is. You’re doing a great job with Elliot, Rosie.”

“I hope so,” Rosie replied. “I was worried about bringing him here because I had to work. But I think it’s been good for him. The change of scenery is helping him heal.”

Levi’s gaze softened as he looked out at the glimmering lake. “There’s something about these mountains, the air, the people….”

“Magical?” Rosie asked, raising a questioning eyebrow at him.

He chuckled. “Magical.”

“Here they are,” Mary greeted them as they reached the bar area and Elliott climbed the steps wearily. “How did you like the lantern trail?”

“It was great,” Elliott said, summoning the last of his enthusiasm.

“You look all done in.” Mary held her arms out to Elliott, who went to her and climbed into her lap. “Oh, this takes me back.” Mary rested her chin on Elliott’s head. “I miss the times when you boys were small enough to climb onto my lap.”

“Although, she does not miss the time when all six of our sons thought they could sit on her lap at once,” said an older man whose eyes crinkled at the corners as he smiled, reminding her of Levi. “I’m Waylan, by the way.”

“Hi, Waylan,” Rosie said as she reached Levi’s family, who had swelled in numbers as they gathered in the corner of the bar area.

Download

Copyright Disclaimer:
This site does not store any files on its server. We only index and link to content provided by other sites. Please contact the content providers to delete copyright contents if any and email us, we'll remove relevant links or contents immediately.