Season of Shadows

The Story

“Can you think Of a better solution?” Laura's mind searched frantically for alternatives. She simply could not marry this cold cynical man. But her newly orphaned niece, Sally, needed both Anton DeVere and her for a stable home life, Laura stared at Anton in helpless confusion and finally replied hoarsely “No --.” Totally immersed in her own feelings, she flinched in surprise at Anton's harsh reaction. “Do you think I want this marriage any more than you do?”