Chapter 80 Make You Mine

Rose, the caretaker of the lakehouse, stands just outside the door, her figure silhouetted against the soft glow of the setting sun. Her warm smile falters the moment her eyes land on the bandage taped across my forehead. Concern clouds her face as she steps forward. “What happened, Natalie?” I quickly wave off her concern, trying to keep things light. “It’s nothing, really,” I assure her, plastering on a reassuring smile. “Just a small accident. Nothing to worry about. It’s so good to see you again, Rose,” I tell her, wrapping my arms around her in a brief hug.