““Don’t worry, no one lives here.” “There aren’t any . . . animals?” Eliza took teeny steps forward, but stood straight as if she didn’t want her apprehension obvious. The attempt was endearing. Thomas couldn’t hide the mirth in his voice when he answered Eliza’s sweet and innocent question, as he reached for the satchel she’d been carrying. “You mean, bears?” “Bears?” Eliza jerked back, her hands at her neck. He winked and stepped closer, removing the bag from her grasp. “Well, there is a family of bears that live here, but not to worry. They are visiting relatives in Providence and won’t be back for another week.” Kitty smiled and giggled from her place along the wall as she took off her cloak, but Eliza still appeared nervous. He””
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