“Why do you need more support?”
Bailey wiped her hands on the seat of her jeans and took the tray out of her sister’s hands. “Because Mom’s already had one daughter who hasn’t made it beyond the wedding rehearsal dinner. She doesn’t want the same thing happening to Sam.”
Shelley groaned. “I wish everyone would move on and forget I almost got married. Besides, I don’t know what Mom is worried about. Caleb and Sam don’t like being separated for more than a day. There’s no way they aren’t getting married.”
Sam sat beside Shelley. “One day you’ll find the right man. It just takes time.”
Shelley poked a red rose in a vase. “I don’t think I’ll ever find the right man. I’ve resigned myself to being able to do what I want and going on lots of overseas travel. I might even move to Sapphire Bay.”
Bailey handed everyone a cup of coffee. “I could join you. Imagine all of us living within walking distance of each other. It would be perfect.”
Cassie smiled at the stunned expression on Sam’s face.
“Are you serious?” Sam asked. “Or are you throwing an idea into the universe to see what happens?”
Shelley grinned. “I’m serious. I like Sapphire Bay. My job in Bozeman is getting boring. It would be nice to have a change.”
“Me, too,” Bailey added. “But what about Mom and Dad? They’ll be devastated if we all move here.”
Sam sighed. “We could visit them or they could come here. Caleb and I will have an extra bedroom.”
Cassie had a feeling Sam’s parents might do more than visit, but that might be too much for everyone to consider. As Sam and her sisters talked about being closer to each other, Cassie thought about Noah.
There was no way he’d ever move to Montana. If there were any hope for them, she would have to consider leaving Sapphire Bay. But after living in two big cities, Manhattan was the last place she wanted to be.
Cassie’s cell phone rang. With her mind still on Noah, she answered the call. “Cassie speaking.”
“It’s John. I’ve got great news.” The excitement in Pastor John’s voice vibrated down the phone.
“Is it about the tiny home project?” She held her breath, waiting for his answer.
“I had a call from the chairperson of the Wilson Enterprise Trust. They’re purchasing the properties! By the end of next week, we’ll have the start of our tiny home village.”
Cassie grinned. “That’s wonderful. I can’t believe they made their decision so quickly.”
“Neither can I, but I’m thrilled. Once the offer has gone unconditional, Noah’s grandfather will transfer ownership of the land to the Connect Church. By next April, our first homes could be available.”
“That’s the best news I’ve had all week. Is there anything I can do to help?”
“Not at the moment. I’ll call everyone on the fundraising committee and let them know the good news. We can discuss our project plan at the next meeting.”
“That sounds great. I’ll see you on Friday at the wedding rehearsal.” After Cassie ended the call, she looked at Sam and her sisters. “Guess what?”
Sam smiled. “Noah’s trust bought the properties?”
Cassie nodded. “It’s really going to happen.”
“That’s amazing. Congratulations.”
“What’s the tiny home village?” Bailey asked.
Cassie sighed. “It will be the best building project Sapphire Bay has ever seen.”
Two days later,Noah opened the door to Cassie’s jewelry store.
Even though she knew he was coming, she wasn’t prepared for the sudden surge of adrenaline rushing through her body. Anyone would think she were a love-struck teenager instead of an intelligent, focused woman.
Noah smiled. “Close your eyes.”
