Jessica Redland

Finding Love at Hedgehog Hollow


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face-to-face approach would work.

      My heart raced as I rang the bell. Please let her hear me out.

      Auntie Louise answered the door, laughing at something, but the smile immediately slipped from her face when she saw me.

      ‘Hi, Auntie Louise. Could I speak to Chloe, please?’

      ‘She doesn’t want to speak to you, Sam.’ It was a very matter-of-fact statement, completely lacking in emotion.

      ‘I know. She wouldn’t answer my calls and—’

      ‘And that should have been a big clue to just leave it.’

      ‘But she’s my cousin and best friend. I want to make things right. I’d really like to speak to her.’

      She shook her head.

      ‘Please?’

      Her eyes flashed at me and I knew I’d pushed it too far. ‘Are you incapable of listening? Chloe said no. I said no. Haven’t you done enough damage already? Why can’t you just leave her and James alone?’ Auntie Louise had always been kind to me so I certainly hadn’t expected such an angry outburst.

      ‘I’m sorry.’ The words barely came out as a whisper.

      ‘And so you should be. This should be the happiest time of their lives but, thanks to you, we’ve had tears and arguments all day. This is about them, not you. Just go away, Sam. Leave it alone.’ Then she slammed the door. That was me well and truly put in my place.

      I slowly made my way home, pulled on my PJs and crawled under my duvet with the TV on low. What a day! It seemed like the whole world was angry with me. I was going to have to accept that there was no chance of making peace with Chloe before she went abroad and I needed to let that one go. Hopefully she’d have a relaxing time and come back willing to talk. Surely James would manage to convince her that the hug and kiss on the cheek were innocent and that he’d been the one seeking me out.

      Mum’s anger was the norm so there was nothing I could do about that.

      As for Mr Mickleby, I wasn’t prepared to let that one go. Most of my family didn’t want or need me but maybe he did. Maybe a few small acts of kindness could ease that loneliness and ease my guilty conscience. It was worth a try.

      16

      ✉︎ To Rich

      Is the offer to be my tour guide still open? I’m not working this week so I’m free any day that suits but no worries if you have too much on. Thanks

      ✉︎ From Rich

      I have a day off on Thursday and no plans so consider me your guide for the day. I’m also free for lunch today before my shift starts if that’s any good x

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