Chapter Nine
After showering and changing clothes, trying to forget about their scare in the woods, Krista prepared dinner while JT was on yet another encyclopedia volume. As she peeled vegetables, she heard the unmistakable sound of Bobbie’s Land Cruiser pulling into the gravel driveway.
Panic surged through her as she laid down the paring knife. “JT!” She raced to his side. “Bobbie’s here. You’ve got to hide.” She cast a nervous glance to the closed front door as she heard footsteps on the porch.
Unhurriedly, JT replaced Volume M, looking down at her. “Is there any reason why I cannot meet this friend of yours? You have told me much about her. You seem to have positive feelings toward her. It would be welcoming to meet other people.”
A knock sounded. Krista jumped, her eyes darting f
