Not A Small-Town Girl

Chapter 14-1

"Look, I can do laps!" Logan announced, attempting to swing his legs off the bed.

David’s hand on his grandfather’s shoulder was gentle but firm. "One more day of observation. Then you’re free."

Logan hid his triumphant smile. Finally, progress! He really couldn’t stand spending another day in the hospital.

A delicate knock interrupted their negotiation. Audrey glided in, the picture of springtime in a white sundress, her carefully curled hair pinned back to frame her face.

"Grandpa Logan, I heard you were ill," she said sweetly. "I brought you some flowers. Hope you’ll get well soon." She turned to David with practiced shyness. "Hi. David. Suprised to see you here."

"Of course I’m here. I need to keep an eye on him." David’s tone could have frozen hellfire.

a polished smile, desperately trying to maintain a conversation with

’She’s not here for my health, he thought, suddenly finding the

of here fast-this boy needs serious help with his marriage prospects before he ends up alone forever. This family would

good would come of it. "There’s

her hair and makeup this morning, and he was leaving before she could even get a

she jumped up. "I’ll visit

like you’ve got a predator

driver already left. Could you

will

she

executed a flawless "accidental" stumble on the steps. "Oh!" she gasped, falling directly

arrived just in time to witness the performance. ’Bold move,’ he thought, amazed she dared to pull such a stunt. His