Chapter 70: A Real Estate Find

"Okay, Mr. Real Estate, come in," Emily said.

She wasn't sure what he had in mind, but she was so glad to see him again.

They sat down at the kitchen table, and Byron opened up a folder filled with pictures and information on various homes for sale not far from her current place.

"I think you'll find these more than satisfactory," he said, "they're in your favorite neighborhood, and you'll enjoy the quiet, tree-lined streets and closeness to the beach while still being within easy reach of downtown. Maybe you and your boyfriend could make a new start there together?"

"You want to buy us a new house?" she asked. It seemed too good to be true!

"For you and Mr. Pomeroy, yes," Byron said, not dropping his real estate agent act.

"Is Mr. Pomeroy okay with leaving the familiar comfort of his suite for a whole new house?" she inquired disbelievingly.

"Yes, we've talked about it, and he is quite happy to do it."

"But would he really be happy away from the bustling downtown core?" Emily