Chapter 6
Robert was in the back of the group as they rode through the forest. He needed time to himself to get a hold of the feelings that were swirling inside him. His last night with Nathaniel had been comforting. But although he had been held with tenderness, he had not experienced the fulfillment he desired. He had not even been invited to bed with Nathaniel. He had had to ask.
Nathaniel had said he didn’t know what he would do without him, that he hated to think of losing him. Was that only because of the value he had in their business? It had to be more than that. Yet, when Robert had finally professed his love for him…he had not responded in kind. And now I have left you alone, Nathaniel, and Jonathan is free.
“Hey,” came a youthful voice. “You supposed ta be the interpreter?”
