Page 44 of Words from the Heart
Delilah knocked before pushing the door open, “Hey, Don.” She smiled.
“Delilah,” stood, “Have a seat. What brings you by today?”
“I read all the letters.”
“Good. So, you know everything?” Don cocked his head at her.
“Yeah. She was dying. Did you know that?”
“I did. She came to me to make sure her will was on the up and up. She wanted to ensure you wouldn’t need a thing.”
“I wish I’d known. I’d have come home sooner.”
“Delilah,” Don tossed his pen to the desk, “Momma Belle wouldn’t have wanted that. She was sure you needed to find your own way. She wasn’t mad or bitter. Honestly, she hoped you’d find your way into a better man’s arms when you got here.” Don smiled.
Delilah couldn’t hide the blush creeping up her neck, “I see.”
“So did you?”
“Did I what?”
“Find your way into the arms of a good man?”
“Yeah…” she looked down at her lap before looking him in the eyes, “I think I did.”
“Good. Then I know Momma Belle is smiling down from Heaven.”
“I hope so.”
“She is. Now… about the money. Have you given any idea as to what you’re going to do?”
“I think I am going to get the farm back to working order – once Parker is better. I’m going to need his help.”
“I am pretty sure that man would walk through fire for you.”
“Well, maybe. But not any time soon. Thanks, Don.”
“Anytime, Delilah. Like I told you before, I loved Momma Belle more than she ever knew. So, if you need anything… I mean anything – you come find me. Ok?”
Delilah stood as Don came around the desk. She pulled him into a hug, “I do. Thank you, Don.” Delilah left his office with a smile. She was ready to start forever with Parker.
