The next morning the men were quiet during breakfast. The silence was killing Lily. This was not what was supposed to be happening. Allen watched her intently, but never said a word. Caleb was withdrawn, barely eating anything before he slammed his hat on and said he had work to do. Ethan finished his meal, picked up his coffee cup, and disappeared in the direction of the office. Allen got up a few minutes later and walked over to where Lily was wiping down the countertop. He ran his hand down over her hair before pulling his hat on and walking out the door.
The next week was the same thing. Meals were a tense affair. If anything, Lily felt more lost and lonely than ever before. Unable to stand it any longer, she called Helen and asked if she could come pick her up. Lily had to talk to so
