Fall Too Well (Cozy Creek Collection)

Chapter 18

Everly

W hen we hit a lull in the afternoon at the library, I sit down and work on a budget for my unstable future. Since Reed waived my rent for three months, which I’m extremely grateful for, we will be okay at least through the holidays. I’ve lived frugally, and since I no longer have any vehicle expenses, I can also take that out of the budget for now. Walking might get tricky, but we’ll make it work.

Anne Marie doesn’t return after lunch and is meeting with the town officials. She said she’ll update me tonight on what she finds out. I’m pretty sure Richard can’t do this and was blowing smoke, but we’ll see. Richie is a chip off the old block, and he’s learned his manipulative behaviors from his dad. I’ve seen it many times, so I wouldn’t put it past him.