Chapter 36: The Second Massage

"Camryn, this isn't right. You know how people talk about men and women being alone together. And you're a widow—if word got out, it wouldn't look good for either of us."

The second I said it, Camryn sat bolt upright, hiding her face as quiet sobs shook her. "Caden, I know… A widow like me is always hanging around your place. Folks must think you're a joke because of me."

"Not at all, Camryn. No one's laughing." I quickly shook my head, dismissing the idea.

"Then… Caden…"...