Amelia instantly felt her nerves tighten.
She glanced at Simon, trying to keep her expression calm and natural. "I want to look into some high-end nursing homes—to get a sense of what might be best for my mom in the future."
Simon stared at her intently, like he was trying to see through her thoughts.
Amelia knew better than to avoid his gaze. Simon was deeply suspicious by nature, and she couldn't afford to show even a hint of guilt.
It was hard to tell how much time had passed before he finally nodded.
"Planning to settle in Bayfield someday?"
Amelia hesitated. Ever since she learned that the nursing home was linked to the Mitchells, she'd already decided to drop the idea. If she left, there would be no reason to be anywhere near Simon again.
"Maybe."
"Do you li
