Page 20 of Take My Love
“Yep. All the furniture was Aundrea’s. She didn’t like any of my stuff, so I put some of it in storage and got rid of the rest.”
That’s kinda sad considering he probably spent a lot of money and years buying his own things after moving out of hisparents’ house. And now he’s starting over in a house that isn’t even his.
“Okay, I’ll leave the door open for you, so come over whenever you’re ready. I’ll get you a key, too.”
“Sounds good, thank you.”
“Mm-hmm.” I avoid his gaze, uncomfortable at how heartfelt they look through me, then walk to my car.
I’m already dreading being alone with him—especially in my house—but I can’t back out now. So I’ll keep to myself and hope he finds his own place soon enough.
chapter four
Silas
Yanking off my rubber boots,I place them on the deck before walking through the door of Warren and Maisie’s cabin. Then I unbutton my jeans and strip them off so I don’t track dirt on the carpet. My shirt goes next since that’s also covered in dust and straw. I hadn’t expected Posey to agree to giving me a job, nevertheless, starting right away, so I was in my nice Wranglers and boots.
I texted Warren to give him the news and gave Maisie a heads up since she works from home. She’s sitting behind her desk in the office when I find her.
“Hey!” Her eyes light up when she notices me in the doorway. “Why’re you naked?”
“Excuse me?” Warren’s voice echoes from her speakerphone.
“I’m not naked!” I quickly tell him before he rushes home and kicks my ass. He’s normally home by now so I’m surprised he’s not. “I didn’t wanna track in dirt andgoat shit.”
Maisie beams. “How was your first day?”
“I’m certain Posey told that Ian guy to give me a hard time ’cause he didn’t give me two seconds to breathe all day. Either he’s a germaphobe who wants every speck of dirt cleaned up or Posey told him to purposely stay on my ass. On top of that, the goats kept chewin’ on my clothes and chased me ’round the pasture until I tripped and fell. If that wasn’t bad enough, tryin’ to milk ’em was a nightmare.”
Maisie chuckles, clearly enjoying my suffering.
“You’ll get used to it,” Warren says. “It takes a bit to get the hang of it, but I’m sure you will.”
“Well, I’m certain she’s hopin’ I’ll quit by the end of the week.”
“I can’t believe she agreed to let you move in too,” Maisie says. “That must’ve been some apology you gave her.”
“I did give her my best puppy dog eyes.” I grin, but I’m just as surprised. “But if I suddenly go missin’, don’t be shocked if she puts a pillow over my head in my sleep and feeds me to the goats.”
“Posey’s very independent and headstrong. So, as long as you stay outta her way and don’t suffocate her, she’ll play nice,” Warren explains.
I want to believe him, but there’s a part of me that thinks she’ll do whatever it takes to get back at me even if she acts like she’s over it.
“I hope you’re right. Well, I’m gonna shower, then grab my stuff and head over there.”
“I should be home before you leave,” Warren says. “Had to run to the grocery store to get steaks for dinner.”
“Steaks? Well shit, now I wanna stay,” I quip.
“Take your time, Silas. I’m sure Posey won’t mind waitin’ for you.” Maisie winks.
Yeah, I’m sure she’s eagerly awaiting my arrival.
I take a quick shower and change into clean clothes, then load up my bags. Warren’s home by the time I’m ready to leave and I thank him again for letting me stay last night.
Even though the offer to crash there was made, I didn’t want to invade their space. I’m lucky that Posey’s letting me take her spare bedroom so it gives me more time to find an apartment in town. It’ll be a bit of a drive into the ranch, but I’m used to commuting for work.
“See ya guys. Enjoy your dinner.” I wave, opening my truck door.
