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I brushed a hand over her cheek, wishing I could kiss her now. “I’ll see you at the house.”
I waited until they backed out of the spot and made their way down the lane before I got into my truck and followed them. The only lights were the ones along the path that would be lit for a few more hours. I loved the property when it was like this. When everyone was gone and it was just us.
I almost wished we never had to open the property to other people, but it just wasn’t feasible. Mom loved the farm, and it was our duty to keep it open.
At my cabin, I parked next to Sarah’s car. They were already getting out and making their way to the porch.
“Knox, there’s a present at your house, too,” Addy exclaimed.
“Well, look at that,” I said as I closed the truck door. “I knew Talon was working on some more decorations for the front entrance, but I didn’t realize he was making them for us, too. He must be working around the clock to get everything finished.”
“He doesn’t work on the farm?” Sarah asked as Addy admired the present he’d attached to the railing by the steps.
“Only when we’re desperate. Even when we ask him, he may or may not show up. He gets really into his work, and you can’t reach him.”
“That’s neat that he’s so into his work.”
“It’s a little frustrating when you need him for something. But then he does something like this, and you can’t complain. It’s not like I can create something like this.”
Chapter 15
Sarah
Knox unlocked the door, and we went inside.
“I bet you make beautiful flower beds and patios,” I couldn’t help but point out.
Knox nodded. “I landscaped my brothers’ homes, and I maintain the flower beds around the main house and barn.”
“Heath builds the houses, you do the landscaping, Talon provides the lighting, and Sebastian handles the money. You all contribute something. I think it’s great.”
“It must be nice to have a big family,” Addy said, her lips down-turned.
I touched her shoulder. “It doesn’t matter how big your family is. We have Grace, Mom, and Dad.”
“Your mother’s right. Your family is special, and the cool thing is that you have the Monroe Family, too.”
Addy gazed up at him with so much hope in her eyes. “Are you saying your brothers are my uncles, too? Like Ember?”
Knox looked uncomfortable with that question, so I was quick to answer. “Not exactly. But they’re our friends. Friends can be part of your family, too. Not everyone’s family looks the same.”
“I know,” Addy said, as if she’d heard this explanation before.
“If you need us for anything, we’ll be there for you. We love you,” Knox said, and my heart skipped a beat at his words.
It was the one thing I wanted Gary to say to her, and he never had. His message was more like I’ll answer your phone call if I have time or think to check your message. But don’t get your hopes up. I’m a busy man.
“Would you come to the daddy-daughter dance in February? All the other girls are going with their dads.”
“I thought you were going to take Grandpa?” I asked, a little surprised. I’d heard that a couple of grandfathers would be there for girls whose fathers had passed away.
Knox looked from me to her, unsure how to respond. “If you want to go with your grandfather, then you should do that. But if you want me to go, I’m game. I can’t say I’m an amazing dancer or very cool, but I’ll do my best not to embarrass you.”
Addy giggled, and the heavy moment was gone. “We can practice dancing.”
“We should,” Knox said, surprising me.
Addy grabbed my phone and put on some music before holding out her hand. “Come on.”
