Free Lycan Redemption by S. K. Yule Page B

you and get you and Patrick to Doc Wheeler’s before picking them up.”
    They pulled into town before she could answer, and she pointed to Mr. Lee’s grocery store. Galen parked out front, then turned off the engine.
    “I can take care of this, Galen. You’ve already done more than enough this morning. You should take some time for yourself.”
    “I’m going to unload the truck for you. I don’t mind, and it’ll only take me a couple minutes.”
    “You are a stubborn man, aren’t you?” She grinned because she couldn’t help it. Besides, how could she get upset with him because he wanted to help her?
    “Sometimes.” He winked at her before getting out of the truck.
    She talked to Mr. Lee after Galen unloaded the produce for her, and was pleasantly surprised at the price he paid for it.
    “It’s getting close to most things being out of season around here. The demand is higher for the fresh stuff right now. After this, I’m going to have to order out,” Mr. Lee said while pushing his thick glasses further up his nose.
    She’d always liked Mr. Lee. He wasn’t much taller than she was, but was several years older and had a sprinkling of gray throughout his dark hair.
    “Thank you.”
    “No sense in thanking me, Myka. You always bring me beautiful produce. If anything, I should be thanking you. Everyone loves it when I get a load of your stuff in.” Mr. Lee smiled warmly. “Patrick, why don’t you go and pick something for yourself from the candy aisle?”
    Patrick’s eyes lit up. “Can I, Myka?”
    “One thing.” She lifted one finger to stress the term one clearly. “Hurry, because we need to be getting over to Doc Wheeler’s.”
    They watched as Patrick scurried off.
    “He sick?” Mr. Lee asked.
    “He had a fever last night, but it’s gone now. I’m taking him in as a precautionary measure.” Myka smiled and motioned for Galen, who had been waiting by the door.
    “This is Galen, Mr. Lee. He’s been helping me out at the farm.”
    “Nice to meet you.” Galen shook Mr. Lee’s offered hand.
    “I’m glad you found someone else, Myka. I know it’s been hard for you.”
    “I’ve managed.” Her cheeks heated.
    “I know you’ve managed. You are a hard worker, determined as hell, but you needed some time off. All you ever do is work. Now you can spend some more time with Patrick. I know you’ve been wanting to be able to do that. Maybe you can work some time in there for yourself as well.” Mr. Lee grinned.
    “Maybe.” She laughed.
    “You should go buy that dress you’ve been eyeing at Susie’s across the street,” Mr. Lee said.
    “You know as well as I do that there is nowhere for me to wear a dress like that around here. It would be a waste of money.”
    “Not if it makes you feel good. You deserve something for yourself once in a while.”
    Myka didn’t miss the way Galen was watching her, or the frown he was sporting.
    “I’ve got to get Patrick to Doc’s. Patrick!” she called.
    “Right here.” Patrick walked over beside her with a huge lollipop in one hand.
    “What do you tell Mr. Lee?”
    “Thank you, Mr. Lee,” Patrick said.
    “You are more than welcome. I’ll see you all later. It was nice meeting you, Galen. You take care of our girl.”
    “I’ll do my best,” Galen said in a low voice as they all made their way out of the store.
    “Doc is just a block that way.” She pointed to the left. “We can leave the truck here. If you still want to pick up some jeans and shirts, Susie’s has men’s clothing as well.” She pointed across the street.
    Galen reached down and ruffled Patrick’s hair.
    “Meet back at the truck?”
    “Sounds good. Maybe we can get some lunch before heading back. There’s a small diner up the road.”
    “I love eating at Polly’s. The food there is awesome!” Patrick practically jumped up and down.
    “I guess that’s settled then.” Myka laughed.
    “I’ll see you two in a bit.” Galen nodded.
    Myka watched him jog