Chapter 7Out at the beach, Jamie settled himself close to the rocks as he had the previous week. He returned Trent’s wave and settled himself to read. He patted the book like a favourite pet. The book I bought with my gift card.
“New book?” Trent came over and sat nearby.
“Um, actually, yes.” Jamie hugged it to his chest. “A gift. Well, I got a gift card and bought it.”
“I like that author, too.” Trent smiled and Jamie was sure he was about to say more when a shout of his name distracted him.
Looking in the direction of the call, Jamie saw a group of men with surfboards waving. “Looks like surf’s up. Not my thing at all. I’m too nervous in deep water.”
“That’s a shame. But it’s not for everyone. I’ll be back later. Enjoy the book.”
“Thanks.” Jamie stared after Trent, sighing softly a
