Chapter ten
Mrs Mc Millian had a conniving air that morning. “He's waiting for you in the garden, Miss Bruno,” she whispered, as if someone was eavesdropping.
“He who?” I asked puzzled.
“Mr Mc Laine, of course! Go straight to him.”
I looked at her suspiciously. “But why..?”
“He made Kyle bring him to the garden with his wheelchair. He said he wanted to work outdoors... He hasn’t done that in years!” Mrs Mc Millan was radiant with happiness. “Hurry up and go, Miss Bruno. What are you waiting for?” She added hastily.
He really was in the garden. Kyle had placed him next to the artificial pond at the back of the house. It was a quiet, adorable corner, and his smile was as warm as the sun of June.
“Good morning, Melisande.”
I gave him a tight smile. I had dreamed of him that night, and
