“I’m with you! I think there are far more pleasurable ways to get exercise myself.”
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Maggy was utterly horrified and stared with her hands covering her mouth. Trent was furious.
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It wasn’t until the following morning they noticed the carnage.
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Only there was one notable absence. One they wouldn’t think about until later.
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“Goodness, you threaten to spoil me.” Maggy smiled delightedly up into his eyes.
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The plan was already in place and all that was left was timing…it had to be played precisely with the most effect…and he was just the man to pull it off.
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“That’s a fanciful thought, Maggy.”
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Games day was a delightful event with all the participants hooting and hollering while the onlookers cheered them on with great enthusiasm.
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“Ever since I’ve been home, I’ve reminiscing about my life. I’ve been back several times before, but this time, I see things differently.” She laughed at herself, “I used to think this place was so confining, nothing happened,
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Trent wasn’t sure how much clout he carried in the community or whether his concerns and observations would be taken seriously but
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“Not as bad as it could have been. The fire started in the far corner of the property and burned a couple of dry trees, but fortunately, it was too damp to really get going.“
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Now that she realized Trent lived in the beautiful home she’d begun writing about, her mind wavered between creating a story and living the story.
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He knew without a doubt, Maggy had a problem! He was concerned the situation would get worse before it got better.
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But your parents, they inspire me.”
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He gently and playfully punched her arm, “Hey, I’ll have you know I was in the choir when I was a kid.”
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As he looked back toward the two houses on the bluff, a glint of light caught something and flashed. He realized someone was watching them with binoculars.
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“You could live here forever and feel wonderfully cared for, enveloped. I know it sounds crazy but it’s so timeless it’s as though centuries have passed from then until now, captured at this moment in time!”
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“He’s always given me the creeps and it’s been obvious he’s had a crush on me and he often crossed the line and I’ve always felt extremely uncomfortable around him for years.”
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As they turned to walk away, she clasped his hand like it was a lifeline and he squeezed lightly back before turning and gently looking into her eyes.
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He handed her a cup of hot chocolate, “Thought you might enjoy this.”
“How did you know hot chocolate was my weakness?”
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“Brrr. It’s getting cold, race ya!” Maggy raced off in the lead and Trent was only too happy to fall behind, enjoying the view.
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“More than you’d think, but I design with the individual in mind and what they want. On occasion, my own vision creeps in but not often.”
Maggy picked up some dishes and carried them to the sink. She was captivated and she didn’t mind admitting it since it didn’t happen often.
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“Alright, on my way,” he called from around the corner. Maggy smiled, yep, he was in the greenhouse, had to expect that!
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“Yeh, it was. I’ll be back in time for dinner. See you then.” He saluted as he turned to walk away.
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As she nibbled on her Danish Maggy noted, “I’m really glad Alma hasn’t changed the bakery. I grew up here, it was my second home.