“So, you’d say ‘no’ if he asked?”
Susan smiled. “I don’t know about that.” She may not be ready quite yet, but that didn’t stop her from thinking about it from time-to-time. She was almost certain if he did ask, she would get ready fast.
Katie saw her opening and took it. “Really? Does that mean you’re in love?”
Susan’s smile grew larger, her cheeks blushing slightly. It was true she wasn’t accustomed to talking about her feelings like this, but she was enjoying herself. “Maybe.”
“Maybe?” Katie laughed, but it ended in a coughing fit.
Susan grabbed the water pitcher and filled a glass for Katie. “Are you okay?” she asked, once the coughing stopped.
“Yeah, I’m fine.” Katie replied, but her weaker voice and paler skin belied her assertion.
“I should let you rest.” Susan stood and pick
