Peace of Mind
Copyright© 2021 by DB86
Chapter 6
Ten days later, Derek parked his car in front of the cabin Landon had rented.
“Home, sweet home,” Derek announced in his deep voice.
Bella and Grace were waiting for them in front of the cabin.
Landon didn’t move. He just sat in the car looking at the cabin. He could feel Scout in the back seat moving closer to him.
“Damn! I didn’t’ expect a welcoming committee.” Derek exclaimed. “I asked Bella to fill your fridge and clean the place. I have no idea what Grace is doing here. Wait in the car, I’ll get rid of them.”
Landon stopped him. “It’s okay as long as they don’t stay long. There’s no need to be rude. How much do I owe you?”
Derek shook his big hands, “Nothing, man. It’s a welcome gift from all of us.”
Landon hesitated, he had a really hard time accepting help from others. But he knew it would be useless to fight Derek about it. So, he said, “Thank you. I appreciate it.”
“Any time, man.”
Bella approached the car. “Welcome home, Landon. Do you need any help unloading?”
“Perhaps you can help with Scout’s belongings. He has more than Landon does,” Derek said, giving his wife a look that meant `leave Landon alone’.
Bella smile disappeared from her face and she nodded.
Landon stood by the car while Derek opened the trunk that was filled with dog food, a dog bed, and a cardboard box full of dog dishes, toys, and a leash.
Derek was right about his friend’s luggage thought Grace. There was only a medium-size duffel. She picked up the dog bed and Bella took the big sack of dog food.
Derek and Landon picked up the rest of the things and then followed the girls inside.
Grace placed the dog bed in front of the living room window.
“Do you like it here, Landon?” She asked him. He shrugged, “It’s okay.”
“Your dog is beautiful,” Grace said sincerely. “Scout, isn’t it?
“Thank you, Ma’am. Yes, that’s his name.”
Bella left the dog food in the kitchen. “I made some fresh coffee; there are some sweet rolls Grace brought. You should try them, they’re great.”
“Thank you,” Landon said, keeping Scout at his side.
“We also filled the fridge.” Bella opened the door to show Landon the content. “You’ll find a couple of casseroles and cold cuts along with sliced bread, eggs, milk, and sodas.”
“It’s far more than I expected. Thank you,” he said again. His words were polite but void of emotion. He was obviously uncomfortable.
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