Jason often noticed Anne studying him closely as they worked. She warmed to him, growing more comfortable and relaxed as they worked together. She finally told him about Ron, a little chagrined about her bluff when they first met. The circumstances surrounding Ron’s absence were more painful than Jason realized. He was embarrassed to find himself encouraged by Anne’s story; it indicated a more final separation from her husband. Jason’s attraction to Anne steadily grew over the summer, even as he worked to keep his imagination in check. He knew she was comfortable with him and they had developed a solid partnering relationship, but beyond that, he dared not let himself think too much. Still he reveled in his adoption into the family. His sense of purpose and a need to be useful found ample expression in his new role. One summer day Anne sent the girls out to gather black berries and raspberries from the bushes that grew along the field’s hedgerows. She helped them pack some food and water as they would be out for at least half the day.
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