Denise Hunter Quote

From the edge of consciousness, whispers intruded. Are they fiancéd now? Engaged. Well, are they? What d’you think, runt? Meridith pulled away, her lips curving into a smile that mirrored Jake’s. Yeah, little man, Jake said, not taking his eyes from Meridith. We’re engaged. Before he finished speaking, they were swallowed by the children’s arms. I’m sorry, Noelle whispered in Meridith’s ear. I’m sorry I was so mean and that I lied to you. We’re all sorry, Max said. We acted like spoiled brats. It’s okay. Everything was okay now. More than okay. I love you, Meridith, Max said. Me too, Ben said. I love you guys too. She wouldn’t have to leave them. Would get to see them tomorrow and every day afterward. Even while happiness flooded her soul, a lone thought dampened her spirits. Summer Place, she said. After all this, we’re going to lose their home. Nuh-uh! Ben said. Tell her, Uncle J! Meridith looked up at Jake’s handsome face. Yeah, tell me, Uncle J. He smoothed her hair back, tucked it behind her ear. Talked to Mr. Goldman yesterday and explained everything. If you want to keep Summer Place, they’re willing to forfeit the property. But they really wanted it. Apparently Mrs. Goldman thinks all this is terribly romantic. And I think between the two of us, we could stay afloat. But it’s your call. The joy that bubbled up from inside overflowed in the form of a smile. As long as we’re together. That’s what matters. Noelle whooped, and a group hug followed. The