“You two have been manning the ship for nearly two weeks. Go take some time for yourselves,” Faye urged. “Have fun.”
Abbey hardly knew what to do with herself not having to think about Granddaddy. Kyle had other ideas. “Let’s go take a walk in the orchard. I’m feeling nostalgic, and with everything going on, I haven’t had the chance to do that since I came home.”
Abbey’s heart warmed at hearing him slide back into calling this home. Was he aware of it? She let it ride as he took her hand and tugged her toward the trees. There was too much to think about and process. At the end of the day, her parents were supportive, and despite the threat from Twyla, she was feeling good about where she and Kyle stood. Maybe with their immediate responsibilities relieved, they’d have a chance to think a
