Bastien's Obsession
—What are you hiding, Bastien?
She changed into a light dress and sandals. Carefully, she made her way downstairs. The table was set with milk, fruit, cereal. Bastien appeared from the kitchen, holding a pan of eggs. His wet hair clung to his face, sleeves rolled up, his shirt half open.
He looked up and their eyes met.
—“You came down…” —he said softly—. “Sit. It’s ready.”
Kate sat, moving carefully due to her foot. Bastien returned with a first-aid kit, knelt in front of her, and gently took her foot.