Chapter Four
Kayla’s feet slowed the closer she came to her brother’s hospital room. She stopped completely when she saw Brett walk towards her. Someone stepped out of his way and her gaze was drawn to the thin plait of hair around his wrist. When her gaze returned to his face, he grinned.
“Thank you.” Brett’s arms went round her and his lips lightly brushed her cheek. “You can’t imagine how good it is to be visible again.”
Kayla was momentarily speechless. She wanted to throw her arms around him and show him how she preferred to be kissed. Certainly not the quick, friendly one he’d given her. Instead, she held herself still as he stepped back from her.
Brett’s grin faded. “You okay?”
Kayla nodded as she tried to think of something to say. “Jeff-” she stopped, took a breath and starte
