All We Knew by Jamie Beck

Author:Jamie Beck [Beck, Jamie]
Language: eng
Format: epub
ISBN: 9781542049030
Publisher: Montlake Romance
Published: 2018-01-30T05:00:00+00:00

Chapter Thirteen

Sara unpacked their suitcase while Hunter stepped onto the deck to make a call, his shoulders hunched against a brisk wind. Autumn could be chilly, but gorgeous nonetheless. Bright sunlight streamed through the glass doors, casting him in shadow. Beyond him she saw Haystack Rock just off the coast of Cannon Beach, jutting out from the glittering, dark-blue water. He’d planned this weekend getaway for their anniversary, yet he was on the phone with Bethany . . . again.

Leslie’s warnings resurfaced. Hunter had always admired his father and strove to emulate him in business. She couldn’t imagine he’d disrespect their marriage, but she suspected Jed had never foreseen himself falling out of love with Leslie, either.

She turned away from that thought. Hunter had agreed to the adoption and surprised her with this trip, which meant that she and this marriage still mattered despite their conflicting priorities.

They’d brought their bikes, fleece jackets, and hats. He’d even booked them a couple’s massage. The fireplace in their suite made it cozy and romantic. If she could get him to relax for the weekend, maybe he’d open up to her like he used to.

In her memories, she could still see the way his face had lit up with every thought he’d shared about books, workplace dramas, dreams, and whims. More recently he’d turned those thoughts inward. Not that he agreed with her assessment. If she prodded him, he’d brush it off as more of her complaining about his obsession with work. He didn’t see how those complaints were related yet distinct.

Hunter connected through physical contact, but she needed more and didn’t know how to make him understand, especially when he never wanted to discuss the changes in their relationship. She’d had to work hard to get him to show up for the foster care classes. He hadn’t even seemed all that interested in talking about A Man Called Ove with her the other night, but he used to love discussing books.

Through the glass door she saw her husband, his back still turned, head bowed, and, if she had to guess, brows pinched into a tight knot of concentration.

Once she closed the last drawer, she nestled among the pillows of the sumptuously made bed and called to check on Gentry.

“Is something wrong?” Gentry asked.

“No, I’m just checking on you.”

A long sigh preceded Gentry’s reply. “You’re celebrating your anniversary, right? Don’t think about me. I can take care of myself, Sara.”

She bristled. Knowing how Gentry had always felt neglected, she’d thought her attentions would’ve been welcomed, not scorned. “I know that house can feel empty when you’re alone.”

“Not to me. A little break from each other isn’t a bad thing. In fact, I’m going condo shopping today. It’s time I get out of your and my brother’s hair.”

“There’s no rush. I like your company.” Their idle chitchat had helped pass the time and reminded her of when she’d lived with her sisters. She also liked ensuring that Gentry stayed hydrated, ate well, slept well, and took those vitamins.

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