Chapter 15
I let out a tired sigh after I closed the door softly behind me, happy that Claire had gone to sleep without too much fuss. Hopefully, it stays that way. I sneak downstairs with the baby monitor in my hand, afraid that any little noise might wake her up.
I'm looking forward to relax on the couch with a cup of tea and a good book. It's been ages since I've been able to take the time to do that. I put the baby monitor on the side table and walk to the bookcase. Beth has a large collection of books that her guests can use without obligation. I let my gaze slide over the books, looking for a title that captures my interest. A few times, I pick up a book, but after reading the blurb, I put it back.
"Hey, how was your day today?" I drop the book from my hands in fright, I didn't hear Bruce come in.
"I didn't know I was that scary." He jokes, looking at me with a fake hurt look. "Well, now you know," I answer and put the book I dropped back on the shelf.
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