"Jean Rose of Quiet Falls." He grinned.
"Oh, I only know them as Mr. And Mrs. Rose."
"As is with the rest of the town." He smiled, "Jean and Chuck arrived here over forty years ago. They did the same thing I did. This town really is magical." He smiled softly looking at me and then stood up, "Shall I walk you home?"
I laughed as he grinned, "I will be fine, but thank you."
I stood up and made my way to the door. Michael was right behind me. I smiled at the sweet sound the bell made as it lightly hit the door. He bid me sweet dreams, locked the door and headed in the opposite direction. I watched him for a moment then headed towards the Inn.
I did my best not to make a single noise as I entered. All attempts failed. As
Michael said, Mrs. Rose was on the couch waiting for me. I smiled quietly as she got up and rushed over to me.
"Are you okay? Where have you been? I was worried sick about you. Chuck said you were okay and went to bed but I feared the worst. A sweet thing like yourself shouldn't be out this late, something might have happened to you. The streets just aren't as safe as they once were." She took a breath and I cut in quickly.
"Mrs. Rose, I'm fine. I was at Michael's bookstore with him. You're sweet for worrying and I promise to call next time I may be in late so you wont have to worry as much. Kay?"
She sighed and then smiled, "Bless your heart. You should get some rest."
I smiled and said goodnight. As I headed up the stairs I heard her mumble, "I'm gonna have to have a talk with that boy." I chuckled and closed my door.
Early the next morning I woke to a knock at my door. I sleepily put on my robe and cracked open my door.
"Sorry to wake you sweetie," said Mrs. Rose, "But Wally is here. He would like to talk to you."
I rubbed the sleep out of my eyes, "Please tell him I will be down in a little bit.
I'm going to take a quick shower."
"Okay dear."
I took my shower and got dressed throwing my wet hair into a quick bun as I headed down the stairs. Wally jumped up from the couch just as I was finishing with my hair.
"Hey Birdie."
"Hi Wally. What's up?"
He grinned from ear to ear, "You've seen all of Faith right?"
I nodded my head wondering where this was going. "Yeah, for the most part."
"How much have you seen of the forest surrounding this place?"