Love-in-Idleness

by Christina Bell

  He looked down at her and asked, “Having fun?”

  “Actually, yes I am,” she replied.

  “Good,” he said. “How’s your conscience?”

  “So far, so good.” Grace found it a little strange to have a confidante such as Puck, who she wasn’t sure she should trust.

  “Remember, everything that’s happened has turned out for the best. The spells that have been cast will remain in place. No one can take offense if they don’t know that they are living in a dream.”

  “What about you and Cam? You’re right back where you started.”

  “Things may appear to have not changed, but the truth has shifted our relationship. When we can understand why we stand where we do, it’s easier to move forward. Trust me. Be my friend, Cousin Grace, and I’ll try to be nice to Cam.”

  “How will you amuse yourself?” Grace grinned.

  Puck smiled back. “I’ll think of something.”

  Grace threw her head back and laughed. “This is going to be fun.”