Seeing his sudden mood change, Rebecca looked at him in concern. "Nathaniel, am I causing problems for you? If it's difficult for you, I'll not go."

Nathaniel looked down into concerned eyes, his heart softening. "No, it's not you. I was thinking of something else."

Sensing that he was not going to tell her, Rebecca did not pressure him. She simply leaned against his chest and murmured, "If it bothers you, don't let it bother you. I want you to be happy while we're together."

"Okay," Nathaniel answered.

Their thoughts were worlds apart as they embraced.

Nathaniel was preoccupied with Rebecca's health, while Rebecca was set on making use of...