RAIF WATCHED AS SARAH moved around the room. Something hot jabbed him in the chest as he realized how familial this scene was. The wife working around the kitchen while her husband looks on in admiration. Only, Sarah Collins was not and never would be his wife, and he'd sooner die than be hitched up to the likes of her.
Besides, Sarah Collins was as far removed from country life as he'd wanted himself to be for so many years. But while he was grateful to be home again, enjoying the simple things in life like sunsets, long walks, and physical work, he felt positive she was eager to get back to California and her lush life. And her fiancé.
"You're more than welcome to take any liberties around here that suit your fancy." Raif gave her an if-you-know-what-I-mean wink over the rim of his cof
