She walked past him to leave the room, but felt like she should say something more. She stopped at the door and called back to him, “Enjoy your shower. Thank you for everything today. I appreciate what you did for me, saving my life and all.”
Chapter 3
As the sun came through the window in her room, Katie groaned, and rolled to cover her head with her pillow. That’s when she noticed two things: She was not alone, and she was naked. She pulled the sheets up to her neck and said, “Who’s there?”
A small chuckle came from her right side as the bed dipped, and the angelic face of Trevor came into her view. “Hey there little buddy. How you been?” She reached out to ruffle his hair.
“I’m not little Auntie Katie, I’m a big boy. I goes to kindergarten now. My teacher is Mrs. Miner and she lets me use scissors, and glue sometimes. Lookit what I made.” He held up a picture of what appeared to be two women petting dogs. Weird kid.
She yawned, “Cool Trevor. Is your mommy awake?” She was reluctant to see Shana because she knew she’d hurt her friend.
“She’s making coffee, and then she’s gonna come bring you some clothes. She told me to tell you, but I forgot.” He had the cutest little sheepish look on his face.
“Are you ready for school?” At his hesitant nod she asked, “You brushed your teeth?” He sighed.
“I’m going. You’re gonna be a good mama, ‘cause you already got the mommy voice. You gotsta practice on me.” He smiled and hopped down, not knowing he had her tied in knots. How could she be a mother when her house was getting blown up, and she was getting death threats? She wished she’d chosen a different path in life. Oh well, saving others was a greater good, she would not feel shame.#p#分页标题#e#
She brushed a silent tear away before a tentative knock sounded at her door, “Permission to enter?” Shana’s voice was hesitant.
She suppressed her emotions and called back, “Well, come on. It’s your house after all.”
The door opened and Shana came in carrying a tray with food, flowers, coffee and clothes. Katie couldn’t hide her small smile. “What, no ice cream?”
“You know damn well you ate it all last night. I had to make Jake go get more for me. Plus, what kind of example would I be setting for Trevor if I gave you ice cream for breakfast.” Her smile was cautious.
Katie got out of bed and went to Shana to retrieve the clothes. She kissed her friends cheek. “I’ll be right back.” She headed to the bathroom to change.
When Katie came back, Shana had set the tray of food down on the bed and had started eating without her, “Sorry, pregnant. I’m always hungry, even though I just ate.” She seemed shy.
“I’m really sorry about making you walk yesterday, Shana. Especially in your condition. I was just confused and hurt. I’ve lost my house, Shana. I don’t have much else, except our friendship, and a job I’m not too pleased with anymore. I don’t want to lose your friendship.”
Shana began to weep openly. “You will never lose my friendship so don’t even think it. You’re my best friend; we will support and love each other forever.”
“Stop blabbering. Damn Shana. I’ve never seen you cry so much. Are you sure you’re happy here?” She was starting to question her friend when she began to snivel as well. What the hell? Is Shana’s crazy starting to rub off on me?
“Of course I’m happy!” She shrieked. “I love my husband and Trevor. It’s these damn babies that are messing with my hormones. Why are you crying?”
“I dunno, I’ve been through a trauma. I’m allowed to cry if I want to.”
They were both laughing and crying when Jake poked his head in the door and said, “I’m taking Trevor to school. I’ll see you both in the kitchen when I get home. We have things to discuss.” They saw him walk out the door and heard a whispered, “Women???” as he went down the hall.
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They all sat at the table waiting for Jake to get home. Conner was at the other end of the table from Shana and Katie. He was trying to make Katie feel comfortable, but she just kept looking at him with sadness in her eyes. Had she been crying? He wished more than anything he could get close to her. Take her fresh apricot scent into his nose and savor it.
Katie’s tummy growled, and Shana turned offering her the fruit bowl that was sitting on the table. Katie smiled her thanks and took an apple. Fuji, yum. Shana was munching on her own apple while smiling at Conner. With a look that screamed, ‘Ha, I fed your mate.’