Aurelie stopped in her tracks at the sound of her name.

Looking over her shoulder, she saw Jace get out of a shiny new SUV.

“You didn’t tell me Tobin was sick,” Aurelie said sadly. “Is he alright?”

Tobin’s friend nodded.

“He went in while I was at the farm. I didn’t know until I came back.” Jace explained, “I didn’t call you when I found out because you were firm in not seeing him. I was respecting your wishes. He will be alright. It was stress ...