CHAPTER 37: A MAN AFTER HER HEART

Kali sat in her bed later in the evening, reading a book while she waited for Samuel to return from his run. The desire to tell him about everything that happened with Richard was strong, but fear of his reaction held her back. Since she mentioned him a few times, she noted his unease even when he tried to appear comprehensive of their situation. He was, after all, still married to the ex-girlfriend of his mother's lover.

Nervous, she dropped the book and began deftly massaging the knot in her shoulder. She was relatively calmer when the bedroom door opened, and a sweaty Samuel stepped into the room. He smiled at her in greeting, peeling the earbuds out of his ears and unzipping the thick jacket he wore.

"How was your run?"

"Good."

"Can I talk to you about something after you shower?" She jumped into it before she could talk herself out of it.

"Sure thing. Give me a minute."

Kali relaxed back on the pillows while he walked to the bathroom. She placed the book on her bedside table