Page 27 of A Ferry Merry Christmas
Her own mood lightened until Virginia’s thoughts returned to her twin.
Being trapped on this ferry made it impossible for Virginia to return to the Kitsap Peninsula. Her only option was to continue to Seattle.
Her phone dinged, indicating she had another text. Before she read the note, she sensed it was from her twin.
I’m still waiting to hear how long you will be delayed.
Virginia fumed and nearly tossed her phone back inside her purse. After a few uncomfortable moments while she fussed in her chair, she decided to answer.
You didn’t answer my question.
The response was immediate.
What question? I don’t recall you asking me a question.
Blowing out an irritated sigh, Virginia shook her head. How convenient for Veronica to pretend she didn’t know what she was talking about.
I asked if you wanted me to come or not,Virginia reminded her. She hesitated, her finger lingering over the phone, before deciding not to add that she regretted the entire effort she’d made. In the end, she left it unsaid.
Yes.
Yes, what?
Yes, I still want you to come.
She did? Virginia read the note three times, uncertain how she should feel. In her own way, Veronica was reaching out to her, she supposed, although she wasn’t completely sure. Some of the anger she’d experienced minutes earlier dissipated.
You’re still delayed?
I didn’t want to drive in this weather and decided to take the ferry. It broke down and now we’re stuck in the middle of Puget Sound.
Once again, the reply was fast in coming, almost instantaneous.
You’re on THAT ferry? It’s been on the news. The reporter said no one knows how long the wait will be.
Just my luck. Trust me, no one on board is happy about this.We’re making the best of it, though.
I can only imagine.
If there’s an update about our situation, the television stations might get to hear about it before we do. I’d appreciate it if you’d let me know.
Of course. I’m relieved.
Relieved?That was odd.
Never mind. It was nothing.
Hmm,Virginia found that to be an interesting comment.
Without knowing how long this is going to take, will it interrupt your plans for later?she asked.
Plans?
Earlier you mentioned you had a commitment later and if I couldn’t tell you how long it would be that it would be best if I didn’t come. Remember?
It still hurt, and she hoped her twin could read between the lines and know how offended she’d been.
Veronica took several moments before she responded. Virginia held on to her phone so tightly her fingers ached as she awaited another text.
