When Gilbert returned, he caught sight of Rebecca swinging her racket on the court, his eyes filled with pride. This was how he remembered his daughter - full of energy, not constrained by life's complications and chaotic schedules.

Rebecca was holding her own against Jaxon quite well, though she wondered if he might be going easy on her.

"It's rare to see a woman play tennis this well," Jaxon offered genuine praise.

Rebecca took a sip of water, glancing at him. ...