Page 57 of Unexpected Adventures

Shaun and I exchange snickers before he leans in for a quick, gentle kiss.

“I’ll follow you. Give me a moment to catch up, I’m just around the corner.” He nods behind him indicating where he’s parked.

“Okay. Um, Sarah said you hopped in the Cruiser?”

“Yeah, since my car wasn’t ready yet. Sherri won’t mind.”

I nod as he steps away, and I already hate that I hate the loss of contact. I mean, earlier I was ready to write him off, and now, I just want to lean on him and forget about the horrible way I acted with him. Sheesh, what is wrong with me? And how could he possibly want to give me another chance?

“Abby,” Shaun says quietly, bringing me back into focus. “Get in the car.” He grins. “I’ll be right behind you.”

I can’t contain my smile as I look at his handsome and kind face.

“All right. We’re not far from her place.”

I watch him nod and disappear around the corner, then decide I better get in the car before Sylvia feels the need to prod me again.

Once settled, I see Shaun come around the corner, so I ease into traffic, allowing him to tail me.

“So, tell me more about Shaun.”

I look over at Sylvia and see her grin, causing me to chuckle.

“One thing at a time,” I say. Because really, I’m not sure what there is to tell at this point.“Let’s get you settled and we’ll have lunch. There’ll be plenty of time for talking.”

But what will be said, I wonder, as I try to concentrate on making it to Sylvia’s without losing Shaun.

Because I realize I don’t want to lose Shaun. Ever.

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