Chapter Nine
Amelia was on the porch after dinner, looking out at the yard and the massive tent being erected there in anticipation of the party. Johanna was working feverishly on the final arrangements, the party now just two days away.
Feeling someone behind her, she turned to see Samuel standing there, a beautiful smile on his face.
“Come inside, dear; I have something to talk to you about.”
She smiled, but once again felt the nagging pain in her heart. Since the day he spanked her, Samuel had been much more attentive to her. He’d smile at her more sweetly than ever, and she often found him simply looking at her as if he were in awe. Usually, she’d blush and turn away shyly. She really wanted to declare herself more fully to him, but she kept her distance. Occasionally, she’d feel h
