Something Beautiful by Lenora Worth

Author:Lenora Worth
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Harlequin
Published: 2002-12-15T00:00:00+00:00

Chapter Nine

Willa turned from the open French doors to find Lucas standing in the kitchen with two cups of coffee. He’d been talkative on the drive into the city, showing her the sights along the way, pointing out historic markers and famous plantations along the Old River Road. They’d sped along in his open Jeep as if they were going on a summer excursion instead of to the doctor’s office.

She didn’t know why she’d agreed to let him, instead of Lorna, bring her to New Orleans. Well, maybe she did know, deep down inside. She enjoyed his company, in spite of the turmoil that had brought her to Bayou le Jardin, in spite of her fear of getting so emotionally attached to him. And she did trust him. Lucas made her feel safe and secure, even when he had her heart fluttering. She’d have to keep all this in perspective, concentrate on why she was here instead of thinking about a future she couldn’t have with the darkly handsome man who’d come with her.

Plus, on a logical note, she reminded herself Lorna had so many obligations at the bed and breakfast, it was probably better that Lucas had taken over. He seemed to be able to arrange his schedule to pretty much suit himself. But he always got things done. She’d give him points for that, at least.

And she’d give him points for being so incredibly sweet and caring. It was reassuring to have someone with her, even if that someone had railroaded his way into this trip. And yet, she had to wonder what his motives were. Why had he come with her? Out of concern, out of compassion, or was he getting too close, too involved, already? That was something she had tried to avoid. But she hadn’t fought very valiantly against being with Lucas. Now, she doubted the rationale of letting him do this. She couldn’t bear to hurt him, but if things went the wrong way, she might wind up doing exactly that.

As they’d entered the city traffic, a light rain had started to fall, and Lucas had pulled over to close the Jeep’s top. He’d been quiet after that.

He was still quiet…and watchful. It brought her such comfort to have him here. But it also scared her. She couldn’t become too dependent on Lucas Dorsette’s good graces, and she wouldn’t let him get too close to her, wouldn’t let him think there was something, some sort of happy ending for them. She refused to allow herself that luxury.

“Thank you,” she said as she took the cup he offered her. The warmth penetrated her cold, numb hands. “I can’t seem to stop shaking,” she said as she looked out at the rain that poured down over the secluded courtyard of Lacey’s charming town house. Putting her confusion and doubts aside, she tried to absorb the ambience of the setting.

Nestled between several bigger mansions and estates, the tiny apartment had once been part of a grand residence just off St.

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