"I'm sure she is." Merlin, she hoped the conversation of Juliana wouldn't crop up again that evening. Jo wasn't sure whether or not Juliana had ever told Zach about their run in that day and she had no wish to cause any tension between siblings. Family was what mattered to Zach above all else, it was one of his traits Jo loved most.

Standing now, Jo gathered her cloak from the hook behind the booth and fastened it about herself. The one thing she hadn't missed about Scotland was the blistering cold weather. Georgia was a dream in comparison. "I'll see you tonight then. I hope you enjoy the rest of your afternoon." She tensely smiled. Then, after waiting for his own farewells, Jo began the brisk walk back to the inn.

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