Chapter 8: Four Letters
Spring was in full bloom and Caroline took the opportunity to take a leisurely stroll along the high street. She completed the bulk of her shopping early in the afternoon and had only one more stop to make when she literally ran into Flora in front of the teashop, her usual hangout. God, why didn’t I remember?
“My lord, Flora. You all right?”
“Yes,” she said breathlessly.
Mindful of the woman’s age, Caroline suggested they pop in for a spot of tea and something to eat, just to make sure the old girl was okay.
Caroline chose a table by the front window looking out on the street. Right after ordering, Flora was off and running.
“I feel so terrible about poor Elspeth. It was all so sudden. Don’t know what we’ll all do without her. So efficient and there wasn’t an
