Your Love Is But a Dream

Chapter 16

After lunch, Ethan arranged for Clara to stay at a small inn in town.

"The school dorms are still being cleaned. It might take a couple of days before you can move in," he said, handing her his contact information. "Let me know if you need anything."

Clara shook her head. "Mr. Stone, I'm planning to rent a small house with a yard instead. I'd prefer not to stay in the dorms. I just don't know the area well. Do you know where I could find one?" Ethan wasn't surprised. The dorm was just a small room with minimal comforts. For someone planning to stay long-term, renting a house was a better choice.

"I'll ask around for you and let you know if I find anything. You've had a long day, so I won't keep you. Get some rest," he said.

"Thank you, Mr. Stone. I really appreciate it," Clara replied, smiling as she saw him out.

The inn was simple but clean, with a warm, cozy atmosphere. Sunlight poured through the window, chasing away the lingering chill.

revealing a black brace wrapped around her right wrist. A faint ache pulsed

injury hadn't fully healed. She still needed time to recover. Day-to-day tasks weren't a problem, but she doubted her hand would ever regain the dexterity it once

temples, suddenly realizing she hadn't called Katrina to check in. She fished her

returned to the Zachman

here. The school arranged a place for me to stay, so you

spent the night worrying, finally felt a sense of relief. However, the feeling was short-lived. A flicker of guilt crossed her

had no idea she had even applied.

in bringing it up. "I'm glad you made it. Just be careful

course. Don't worry about me," Clara replied, pausing briefly. "Aunt Katrina, what about you? What will you do now

was silence on