Chapter 23

Brian didn’t pick up right away. Before it went into voice mail, Jim’s call waiting flashed. It was Caleb. “Should I take it?” Jim wondered. “What could he have to say after that? It won’t stop until I pick up,” Jim muttered to Matilda who had joined him and purred with contentment on his lap.

“Hello,” Jim answered, holding his frustration in check.

“I’m sorry. I went too far,” Caleb admitted.

“I know. You’re sorry, but that’s my job, love. I’m just not ready to leave it, or leave my home…” Jim’s hand clenched in frustration.

“But I care so much for you and my home is huge, unlike your little cottage. It’s really quite cute, but you should have more. We should have more.”