Chapter 33

Marla and Kane had a long conversation in his office before dinner and she left the meeting looking rather subdued, her face tear stained. Elise wondered what had been said but wasn’t sure she should ask. She tiptoed past the office, peeking in the open door and saw Kane sitting in his chair.

He had his fingers steepled and his eyes closed. A troubled look was on his face, almost as if he were sad. What was he thinking? How was he feeling?

There could be no doubt that recent events were weighing heavily on him, and she speculated that he probably felt everything was falling to pieces around him.

Hesitating by the door, she waged an internal battle. Part of her wanted to go in and offer comfort, or at least a listening ear, yet she wasn’t sure if it would be welcome. Perhaps he wanted to be left alone for a while without anyone making demands on him. Then again, maybe he was wishing he had someone to share with... Did he ever feel lonely?

She realized how very