Chapter Nine- Loving

Nathan

As we sat on the bench, watching the young pups playing, I saw a tear slide down her cheek and wrapped my arm around her in a hug. I feel her pain through our bond and know she is thinking of her son that she lost. I want so much to be able to make her happy again. I know it is too soon for her as she still grieves her loss. But how I desperately want to love her and make her feel loved. All I can do right now is to be here for her and let her know I care.

“I have had enough sightseeing today. May we go back please?” She asked me in a thick voice filled with emotion.

“Yes, of course, we can leave. Would you like to stop someplace for lunch first?”

“No, thank you, I just want to get back.”

I nod, “Alright, we will go back then.”

I stand and give her my hand to help her up then we turn and begin the walk back to the packhouse.

Once we get back, she quickly thanks me for the walk and runs up to her room. I sigh and went into my office and begin to do some work. My mind goes to th