Not A Small-Town Girl

Chapter 22-3

Danielle and David paid Audrey no further attention. Once breakfast was over, they left for St. Katherine’s Hospital to visit Logan.

As the car rolled toward the hospital, Danielle seemed lost in thought. David’s deep, steady voice broke the silence. "I got you a little treat."

Danielle glanced over and saw him holding her favorite strawberry cupcake. She smiled faintly but said, "Thanks, but I’m not hungry right now."

"You can save it for later," David replied, his voice warm but firm.

Danielle nodded and turned to look out the window. The rest of the drive passed in comfortable silence, with David occasionally glancing at her.

When they arrived at the hospital, Nathan, David’s assistant, spoke up. "Mr. Charrington, we’re here. You two can head up first. I’ll bring the gifts."

nodded, preparing

to get out to fetch the gifts, Danielle interjected, "No need. I already

Nathan and David looked at her in surprise. David glanced at the small backpack slung over

Charrington, are you sure we shouldn’t bring up the gifts we arranged?"

head. "No need." If Danielle said she’d got it covered, he

the hospital, their striking appearances caught the attention of nearly

the nurses’ station, the nurse on duty greeted David with

gave a

face lit up. He had waited all day for

Danielle and I are here to see you," David said,

entirely on Danielle. His smile

you for saving my life," Logan