CHAPTER 9
Standing beside Liliad I followed her gaze to the triangular patch of sea visible in the distance between the houses opposite. For the first time in months the sun was so brilliant that the water’s surface glinted like crumpled tinfoil. I gave a contented sigh and laid my hand on Liliad’s shoulder. ‘Isn’t this just perfect?’
Liliad moved her head slightly indicating our ongoing chess game but I wasn’t in the mood.
‘I think I’m going to take myself for a walk on the beach.’ Donning my walking trainers and fleece I slung my handbag over my shoulder. ‘I won’t be long.’
I weaved my way through the streets deciding to get down onto the beach via the gardens where I’d walked before wanting to see if the warmth was encouraging any more new growth. Taking my time I luxuriated in the
