Chapter Thirty

#Chapter Thirty

Serene felt a sense of tranquility as she stared out the window of her sister's small home. It was across the country in another town and she was reading a book at the window seat. She felt a light breeze drifting in from a crack in the window and closed her eyes to enjoy the air as it lifted her curls.

"Serene," her sister said as she sat beside her. "You look so, well, serene."

Serene laughed. "I'm always like that, sister."

"Of course, though sometimes you panic a little too much."

Serene returned her eyes to the window. "Well, I guess that's just how I am. Life with Frank has been peaceful though."

"I can't believe he agreed to this road trip. He's so in love with you, it's a wonder you guys left each other."

"Yes, it is a wonder," Serene said. "But I don't regret it one bit. I needed some air. Some separation."

"Relax as much as you can, you're back to lady of the estate tomorrow!"

"Yes."

"Tell me, are you, you know, active with Frank?"

"Of course."

"When?"

Serene stared at her sister. Then she beamed. "A baby will come soon, I promise you."