Carter returned to New York that night, while Reef went to the hotel he had booked. Bella was relieved, because since their arrival throughout the day she had felt pressured and burdened. It was as if she was expected to treat them well, but really she just wanted to be left alone.
Surprisingly, Nathan had invited Reef to have breakfast with them before he went home. Bella almost glared at him, but thankfully Reef politely declined as he had an early morning flight.
When the house was quiet again, Bella went into the kitchen and threw herself on the dining table chair, scowling.
