CHAPTER 73: IT'S JUST A HELP

MARIE I rested a hand on my growing belly, feeling a flutter from the baby inside me. What would a move mean for us? A fresh start could be just what we needed: a chance to escape the emotional troubles and find some peace. But was it worth leaving behind everything I knew? It was an overwhelming internal struggle. On the one hand, even though staying here came with its own set of challenges, there was security in knowing that you would be surrounded by familiar people and places. However, there was also the unknowable possibility of a new beginning with Taylor and Caleb, an opportunity to start over. It was also impossible for me to ignore my attraction to Taylor. He truly cared for Caleb, and his presence was consoling. It was hard not to be attracted to him, to ignore my protective, nurturing mother instinct at the same time. Lost in these thoughts, I heard raised voices coming from outside. I froze, straining to make out the words. The voices grew louder, more heated. I recogn