Chapter 53

They ate at a leisurely pace, enjoying the food, the ambience, and each other’s company.

“What plans do you have for the summer?” Tom had mentioned he was going to teach the summer semester. The roof on his house needed to be replaced, and while Jack would do it for him for just the cost of the shingles, it was still costly, and the extra money would come in handy.

“It’s my busiest season, so I can’t take any time off during the week, but I was thinking that maybe we could go away for more weekends like this. If you’d like?”

“You know I’d like. Any place in particular?”

“Well, I chose Amelia Island. Why don’t you choose the next one?”

“Thanks, Jack. I’ll give it some thought.”

“We could…uh…do some day trips too, take Tad and Becca with us?” He held his breath.

“Wouldn’t they rather be alone with you?”

“Tom, they want to get to know you.”

“Theydo, or youwant them to?”