Chapter 4
Once again, he was silent on the ride home, but she didn’t mind this time. It gave her time to study him out of the corner of her eye.
“Are you going to just keep staring at me?” Charlie asked suddenly.
Catherine jumped. She hadn’t known she was being so obvious or that he was so observant while staring out the windshield. “Sorry, traffic isn’t much to look at.”
“And you thought I was a better view?” He glanced at her then back at the downtown traffic of San Antonio.
“Yes, and you are much quieter than the traffic here.” She chuckled.
“Thanks, I think.” He gave her a side look before snorting. It was close to a laugh. Catherine was now determined to see Charlie smile and laugh. He obviously didn’t do it enough.
“That’s not a bad thing. Being quiet.” She assured him.
“I’ve
