Chapter 58

Jacob's house is similar to one I used recently so I expected to see the same fixtures. Unfortunately, this is a completely different area. His cottage appeared magnificent from the outside. It is made of cypress wood and has poplar wood decorations. Tall, wide windows enhance the overall appearance of the house and added in a fairly symmetrical pattern.

We had just entered his humble abode when his phone kept ringing so I signaled him to pick up the call in case it was urgent. Jacob excused himself for a moment and when he came back, I could tell something was up.

"Is it your mother?" I asked him and he shook his head in response.

"No. The farm called. I have to go out for a while, will you be okay? I promise I'll be back soon," he said.

"No problem, Jacob. I'll just rest while I wait. Hmmm, do you have any stock in your pantry? I might cook a little, you know."

"Wow, thank you, Natalia. Now, you're acting like a wife," he joked.

"I think I should," I a