Chapter 203: Kylie

They pulled up in front of an older farmhouse, long on charm, short on paint. And window screens. But there were fun wooden scallops that ran the length of the porch and a gorgeous front door that Kylie was positive was original to the house, making it easy to overlook its few shortcomings.

"It needs some love and attention," Adam began apologetically as Kylie hopped out of the truck and hurried up to the house. "I've had a lot on my plate lately and it's been easy to - "

"No worries, I promise!" she broke in. A little peeling paint? Hell, she could live with that.