Page 93 of Love and Memories

“It’s perfect,” Travis added.

Bella looked around the cabin. She did feel safe, but how long would this last? How long would she be looking over her shoulder for Gunner and the club?

Travis chatted with Nathan as he packed up his things, but Bella’s thoughts were scattered. Camille was doing her best, but there was a chance they wouldn’t know the truth without more memories.

Nathan said his goodbyes, and Travis closed the door behind him. “What do you think?”

“I think it’s a lot, but I’m grateful.”

Travis stepped closer and cradled her face in his large hands. “What’s wrong? You look worried.”

“I need to remember more.”

Travis pressed a kiss to her forehead. “It’ll come in time.”

“Actually, I was wondering if you’d drive me out to the place where the accident happened. Maybe I’ll remember something.”

Travis glanced at his watch. “It’s not far from Deano’s Diner. We could grab some lunch while we’re out there.”

Bella nodded. “That’s a good idea.” Her stomach was on the verge of howling for food, and the baby was adding in its complaints too.

Travis grabbed her coat and held it while she slipped her arms in. “I’ll have one of the guys drop off your car later. It’s still at Beau’s garage.”

“No rush. It’s not like I’m going anywhere without you for the next four days.”

That earned her a beaming smile from Travis. “I’m happy to be your driver, my beautiful lady.”

Bella’s cheeks heated. Would she ever get used to his affection? Every moment she spent with him was the happiest of her life.

Twenty minutes later, they parked in front of Deano’s Diner. Bella glanced around the gravel parking lot. A few older model trucks were parked out front, but the place was quiet.

The rusted sign hanging from the awning swung slowly in the wind.

“You ready to eat some of the best, greasiest food you’ve ever had?” Travis asked.

Bella continued staring at the sign. “I’ve been here before.”

“At Deano’s? Since your injury?”

“No. Before. It’s vague, but I know I’ve seen that sign. I don’t know if I remember what the inside looks like, but I’ve at least seen the building before.”

“Maybe this is the way you came into town. It’s kind of the first stop past the town line.”

Bella grabbed the handle and opened the door. “Let’s go inside.”

The parking lot was quiet, but a riot of voices filled the air as soon as Travis pushed open the door. A group of men sat around a large round table laughing and talking over one another.

Travis waved at the woman behind the counter. “Hey, Kendra.”

The older woman’s eyes widened. “Travis! I haven’t seen you in ages.”

“Sorry. I’ve been a little busy.” He turned to Bella and wrapped an arm around her, pulling her to his side. “This is my girlfriend, Bella Young.”

Kendra stepped from behind the counter and opened her arms. “It’s so nice to meet you. I’ve heard all about you.”

Bella returned the woman’s embrace. “Really?”

“I think everyone in town knows you got hit by a car.”

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