Chapter 96: Free Spirit

The next day, Carter dropped by the house, and they took on a moderately steep mountain trail not far from where she usually practiced.

Emily was a little concerned about Carter going too fast for her, but he kept a steady pace, not trying to show off or get too far ahead. This was her first ride since getting her license, and as usual it took her mind off other, less pleasant matters.

They stopped in front of a picnic bench to have some water and take in the view.

"This is awesome," Carter said, looking over the mountainous landscape, "You're right, I never want to leave here. I might have a job lined up teaching Tae Kwon Do. Maybe I'll teach some skiing in the winter, and I'll be set."

"Sounds like a plan," Emily said, "I can see you fitting right in here."

She had always thought it was so cool that Carter did martial arts, even though it wasn't the most lucrative source of income. He was an all around sporty guy who valued his freedom, maybe a little too highly since he never s