Chapter 68: Alone at the resort.

The first week passed quickly with Anabella spending most of her time in the pool. She concentrated on her events with energetic tenacity as she prepared for the Midmar Mile in early February, which was part of her training.

When Mr. Copeland wanted to talk during her practices she kept the conversations short, hoping he would understand that she needed this time alone. However, during both her lunch break and supper he would seek her out and engage her in conversation, and she would listen to his stories quipped with laughing moments; he was a proud swimming supporter with a vast knowledge of the sport.