Thea leaned over and kissed James on the forehead. She caressed his face and said with a smile, “Rest well, Honey. I’ll be back by dusk if nothing goes wrong.”

A myriad of emotions welled up in James as her soft hands caressed his face.

He remembered caring for Thea the same way when they were reunited a year ago.

Unexpectedly, it was Thea’s turn to take care of him now.

He closed his eyes and stayed silent.

Meanwhile, Thea headed out.

She picked up the hoe in the yard and walked out of th