“You should take it on,” he said. “Sounds like you know what’s required.”
He was surprised to see her taking it seriously. “I’ve been considering it,” she admitted. “If I don’t find Luhedoc,” Benitoe reached over and squeezed her hand, “I’m not sure I want to just go back. I think I might like a new challenge instead.”
She looked at him. “Do you think the manor might invest in the inn with me as manager?”
Benitoe said, “I’m sure they want as many businesses established as possible. I’d be glad to help you make your proposal to them. They’ll listen to you.”
She dished out most of the honeyed apples from the warm pan into their bowls, saving a bit for the morning, with the corn cakes.
“What did you think of the farms today,” she asked. “I confess I was frightened by what we found.”
Ben
