Wanted_Innkeeper by Marianne Spitzer

Author:Marianne Spitzer [Spitzer, Marianne]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2018-05-18T22:00:00+00:00

Chapter Thirteen

Ella Grace hummed as she did her paperwork. Michael was at his bank appointment, and she was hopeful he’d be able to buy the Inn. Her only concern was the cost to pay the silent partner. If Michael chose not to buy the Inn, what would happen to it? Would he move on to another city where he could find a business? Would she go with him? Would he want her to? Her thoughts changed her humming to a sad song that matched her mood until she saw a smiling Michael return.

“Do you have good news?” Ella Grace asked the hope apparent in her voice.

“I think so. I spoke with the banker and made an offer that will pay off the mortgage, the silent partner, and allow Dexter some profit. It will be enough for him to start saving for whatever he wants to do with his life. The banker said Dexter loves ranching. It could be his start to buying his own place.”

“I know Dexter is happy working out at White Oaks with Laura. I hope he accepts your offer.”

Michael shrugged, “The bank is sending him a note to explain the offer, and hopefully I’ll hear soon. Maybe not soon since tomorrow is Saturday, but maybe Monday.” His excitement showed on his face, and Ella Grace shared in his hope.

“You were gone quite a while and skipped lunch. I waited for you to come back. The dining room is empty, and Mrs. Donlinson is cleaning the kitchen. If you’d like, Mr. Donlinson will watch the desk while we have a quick lunch in the kitchen.”

Mr. Donlinson walked down the stairs as if he knew Ella Grace needed him. He smiled and winked when she asked if he’d watch the desk. “Always willing to help young love along.”

Ella Grace blushed again, and Michael took her hand, and they walked into the kitchen. Mrs. Donlinson greeted them and placed two plates of chicken and dumplings on the table along with a plate of biscuits and honey. She poured herself a large mug full of tea, dropped in two spoons of sugar, and announced, “I think I’ll sit in the parlor and drink my tea. My feet could use the rest.”

Michael and Ella Grace smiled at her not so subtle way of giving them some privacy. Michael dug into his meal and was half-finished before he spoke.

“I know you didn’t show me the private quarters that belonged to Mr. Bastion since you weren’t sure if I was planning on buying the Inn.”

“I didn’t think anyone should go through it until they were serious about buying.”

“I believe I proved I’m serious,” Michael said as he dripped golden honey over his biscuit. “I’m not concerned with myself since I don’t need much, but are the quarters comfortable enough for two?”

Ella Grace’s eyes flew open wide. She thought about getting married, working with Michael as his partner, helping to build their dream, but hadn’t given any thought to where they’d live. Oh Mercy, she’d have to live in the hotel with him.

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