Chapter 23

As she passed through the first-floor living room, Louise barely glanced at the group of three huddled on the couch watching TV. They looked like their little world didn't need anyone else. Without a word, she turned her eyes away and quietly walked out of the Bennett house. She had just reached the gate of the community when she saw that familiar sleek Mercedes van belonging to Dominic rolling toward her. The car pulled up next to her. The window lowered from the inside. "Get in." As soon as she settled into the passenger seat, Dominic leaned over. Louise instinctively pulled back a bit, her eyes still slightly red, staring at him in surprise as he got closer. "Seatbelt." Dominic reached across her, pulling the belt from her side and buckling it for her. By the time he leaned back to start the engine, all Louise could think about was the last time she'd been in this car. He'd done the exact same thing. Her heavy mood softened a little at his small but thoughtful gesture. As the view o