As she reached for the utensils, Matthew halted her, offering a forkful of food.

He intended to feed her.

Stella chuckled.

“Babe, I’ve only got one hand down.

The other’s fine.

I can manage.

Matthew shook his head, holding the fork firm.

“You need to take it easy for that wound to heal.

Too much movement, and it’ll slow things down.

Stella relented with a smile.

She didn’t argue, finishing breakfast with Matthew’s help.

signs of heading to work, she reminded him, “It’s almost

you supposed to

sticking around with you,” Matthew

the plan? Watch TV or read the

his concern and paused before reassuring him, “Your grandma

Clark’s tough.

you always have my

was

I’ve got this.

also boss man to

ditch work for me,

ready to speak when

for

the caller ID, Stella’s

Clint know about

Stella

Clint’s voice sounded stern.

back

what’s wrong?”

“Are you okay?”

you’re here,”

short phone call with Clint made

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