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honest, she’d been on edge for a very long time.
    Maybe this is a change I need.

Chapter Five
     
    Walking between Aaron and Kyle, Gya stepped up to the wraparound porch of the country house. It looked so warm and inviting. The kind of home she wished she’d grown up in.
    Aaron unlocked the door and swung it open. “After you.”
    She walked inside and found the interior was just as charming as the exterior.
    “Whoever designed this place has to be a lovely caring person.” Wherever her eyes landed they found soothing colors, inviting fabrics, and charming patterns. “It’s absolutely perfect. I love it.”
    Kyle said, “Our mom was the designer in the family. She always had such a unique way of making everyone feel welcome the minute they walked in the door, not only with her decorating skills but with her charms. She would’ve been pleased that you liked the place.”
    “This is your mother’s house?” She walked to the fireplace. On its mantel she saw several photographs. One was of Kyle graduating from high school. He looked so young. Another of Aaron, also young, holding a fishing pole with his arm around Kyle. In the middle of all the pictures was a beautiful-looking woman with long dark hair. “Is this her?”
    “That’s our mom,” Kyle answered.
    “Where is she? What’s she going to think when she learns you brought me here?”
    “It was our mother’s house, Gya.” Aaron walked right in front of her. He towered over her, making her feel so tiny. “Our mother died several years ago. This is mine and Kyle’s house now.”
    “Oh I’m so sorry. I didn’t know.”
    “It’s okay,” Kyle said. “Although we miss her every day, it’s less painful now.”
    “There isn’t a moment that goes by that we don’t think about her.” Aaron’s tone held such reverence that it was shocking to her. The hard edge that he presented most of the time seemed to soften at the mention of his mother. “Kyle, can you take Gya to the guest room? I need to leave for a while.”
    “I’ll be happy to get her settled in,” Kyle said. “Where are you going? Aren’t you tired from that long drive?”
    She was glad Kyle had asked, because she wanted to know, too.
    “I need to go talk to Sheriff Champion and Austin Wilde. We can use their eyes and ears while we’re in town.”
    “That’s a good idea. Nothing goes on around here without one of them knowing. Ever.”
    “I won’t be gone long.” Aaron turned to her. “Make yourself at home, Gya.” And then he left without another word.
    “You’re with me, sweetheart.” Kyle offered her his hand. “You’re on the second floor.”
    She took his hand. “Lead the way, Prince Charming.”
    They walked up the stairs and into a gorgeously appointed bedroom that was just as inviting as the rest of the house. Against the far wall of the room was the most comfy-looking bed she’d ever seen.
    Kyle squeezed her hand and warmth shot up her arm. “This okay for you? I know it’s not Houston’s Crystal Dream Hotel.”
    She looked into his blue eyes. “It’s so much better.”
    “I’m glad you like it.” Kyle bowed at the waist, pretending to be from another era, where ladies of leisure received all the attention. “There’s a bathroom through that door. It is for you alone and no one else, my dear.”
    “Thank you, my lord. The accommodations are beyond my expectations.” Trying to keep from giggling, she continued the act. “I am forever in your debt. How in the world will I ever repay you for allowing me to stay in such a glorious and elegant castle?”
    Kyle burst into laughter. “The Castle Strait. I love it. I think I’ll get a plaque made and put it on the front door.”
    She fell on the bed in a fit of giggles.
    After they finally were able to breathe normally again, Kyle said. “My dads built this place, Gya. For my mom.”
    “Dads?”
    “Yes.” He smiled and sat down next to her. “Dad Leon and Dad Gene. They were brothers and they both