Chapter 23
BEV PUTS ON HER SPORTS bra, then slips a lightweight plaid shirt over her shoulders. Baby blue with hints of deep purple and minty green. Looks good on her.
Rather than buttons, this shirt has those little silver fasteners—Cate doesn't know what they're called, but they're the kind you find on an infant's onesie. Bev snaps them together, then tugs on a pair of jeans.
“You sure you won't feel abandoned if I help Kenny with the painting?” Bev asks.
“Of course not!” Cate assures her. “You need to work, I need to rest. It's all good.”
Leaning over the bed, Bev plants a sweet peck on Cate's clean forehead. “The work today won't be noisy, so you should be able to get a nice deep sleep.” Bev kisses Cate's cheek, then says, “Love you, cuddles.”
“Love you too,” Cate replies a
