BAFFLED by the unfamiliar man at the front porch of the house, Billy proceeds to the front door. He was grateful that the man only gave him a glance as he continues to tend to the gardens.
It was hard not to notice him. Aside from his huge frame, Billy was not used to having anyone in the house especially after their parents died.
When his parents were still alive, they made sure that the plants were cared for. However, when they were gone, he was not able to tend to them when he stayed in the old house for a while. However, Jane watered them whenever she was here. He was thankful that her mother’s favorite flowers were revived.
The white and red roses were in full bloom. His mother would have been glad.
No one was in the living room when he entered the house. He found his sister doi
