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before he

finally climbed from the car; wrested his bags from the trunk; and

bolted through the rain toward the house。 When he brushed past her

without a direct glance; she knew something was wrong。

She closed the door on the rawness of the night; and turned to see him

drop the bags; throw off his overcoat; and head for the fire; all

without a word。 Unsure; she sank down on the sofa and waited。

The man reached out to her both physically and emotionally。 He wore a

beige sweater and brown corduroy slacks; and looked as strong and fit as

ever。 But it was the fatigue; suggested by his bent head and the limp

hand in his pocket; that made the greatest impression on her。 She ached

to help; but she feared rebuff。 So she remained silent。

For a time; frowning at the fire; Mitch seemed oblivious to her

presence。 Needing to make some small gesture; she went quietly to the

kitchen and returned with a mug of strong black coffee。

〃Have something hot; Mitch。 It was a long drive。〃

He looked at her so suddenly that she knew his mind had been miles away。

Without a word of either greeting or explanation; he accepted the cup

and returned to his brooding。 Again Anne waited; fearing what was wrong;

but needing to be there。

Finally; he put his head back; drew in a great breath; straightened; and

turned。 His eyes were tired; his face more drawn than she re

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