Chapter Thirteen
The following day Tasha was up extra early. The night before, she’d packed a duffel bag with everything she thought might be needed. She had no idea what she would be walking into and wanted to be ready for anything.
Even though it was a weekend, Danny got up early to see her off. She wore jeans, a tee-shirt, and hiking boots with a thin sweatshirt.
“You didn’t have to get up,” she said.
“I know. But I love you and wanted to tell you.”
“Thanks, I appreciate that. I love you too. I’ll be back in a couple of days.”
“Please be careful.”
“I will. I’m meeting Bethany for breakfast on my way.”
“Is she in this with you?”
“No, we are just having breakfast.”
He reached for her and gave her a hug and kiss, which she welcomed. Then his hand inadvertently brushed her lower b
