When they entered his land David felt a sense of relief. He was exhausted. The winter had been unusually mild and to his surprise he was able to drive the car all the way up to his home. He knew he should take it to the garage, but decided he was too tired.

He shut the engine off and Clara didn't stir. He shook her shoulder and she let out a groan before turning her head. If she was sleeping that heavy he didn't want to wake her, the poor girl needed a break. He went around and unbuckled her seatbelt. She didn't protest when he scooped her out of...