As the two of them milled around the edges of the Troyers’ barn, Rebecca beamed, her pretty cheeks glowing as Joel stood by her side—tall, lean, handsome, and clearly in love with his wife to be. Abigail wanted to throw up. When Asa told her about Joel’s announcement yesterday, she’d convinced him she was fine. She’d almost convinced herself. But right now, nothing was further from the truth. Andrew, Asa, and Aden were standing on the opposite side of the barn from where Sadie, Joanna, and Irene had formed a circle around Abigail. Now Joanna moved to stand by her side and took her hand. For the first time in weeks the ice around Abigail’s heart began to thaw. Her family was lined up in solidarity behind her. Well, Asa wasn’t part of her family but he was Andrew’s best friend. His actions told her he was also on her side. What she didn’t understand was why. She only knew she was grateful. “I’m fine,”
