Page 3 of Small Moments
Rin shook her head, and took a sip of her rapidly cooling tea. “You?”
“Had to stay up and finish the novel I was reading, see if I guessed right who the killer was.”
Rin laughed, “Did you?”
“Nope.” Mr. Tully let out a bark of laughter but then shivered. “Brr. It’s cold out here. You want to come inside? I’ll make you some of my famous hot cider.”
Rin grinned. “It’s famous?”
Mr. Tully’s chest puffed out. “Absolutely. The guests rave about it.”
Rin let out a little chuckle but shook her head. “Maybe another time. I like to see the sky when I’m thinking.”
Mr. Tully nodded, and tipped his head toward the sky as well. Several moments passed in companionable silence before he spoke, his voice thoughtful. “You know there’s no hurry, right? Don’t rush into a decision you’ll regret. You can stay here as long as you want. A week, a month, or forever. You’re welcome here, Rin.”
The older male gave her a small smile and laid a heavy hand on her shoulder in encouragement before standing to go back inside and leave Rin to her thoughts. Turning her face back up to the sky she watched as one of the stars seemed to wink at her. Maybe it was foolish to think that twinkle was her parents sending her a message, but Rin felt it in her heart, as warmth seemed to suffuse her body despite the cold temperatures. Perhaps she was giving the universe another opportunity to slap her down, but she made her decision. She would stay here in Malsum Pass, and she would rebuild her life. Shewouldfind happiness again.
