Brianna woke up to Caleb's gentle smile, his eyes sparkling beside her.
"Good morning," Caleb whispered, his breath tickling her ear.
Brianna's cheeks flushed, remembering the passionate night.
"Morning," she replied, snuggling closer.
Caleb's arms wrapped around her, holding her tight.
Ruth's voice called from downstairs, "Breakfast is ready!"
They laughed, reluctantly parting.
Over breakfast, Ruth smiled knowingly.
"You two seem happy."
Brianna's heart swelled. "We are."
Caleb's hand found Brianna's under the table.
After breakfast, Caleb said, "Harvest day! Want to help?"
Brianna nodded eagerly. "Love to!"
Hand in hand, they walked to the fields. The sun shone brightly, casting a warm glow.
Caleb explained, "We need to pick the ripest apples for market."
Brianna carefully plucked the fruit, filling their baskets.
As they worked, Caleb taught Brianna about farming techniques.
Brianna listened intently, fascinated.
The sun beat down, warming their skin.
Caleb wiped sweat from Brianna's brow.
Their eyes locked.
"Thanks for helping," Caleb whispered.
Brianna smiled. "Love it."
After the harvest, Caleb said, "Time to tend the animals."
In the cozy barn, they fed the horses, cows and chickens.
Brianna giggled at the playful goats.
Caleb showed her how to milk Daisy, the gentle cow.
Brianna's hands touched Caleb's as they worked together.
The barn's warmth and scent enveloped them.
As they finished, Caleb wrapped his arms around Brianna.
"Best day ever," Brianna said.
Caleb's lips brushed hers.
"Definitely," he whispered.
Their hearts beat as one.
Suddenly, Brianna's phone buzzed.
She hesitated, answering.
"Hey, Mom... Yeah, I know... Tomorrow?" Brianna's face fell.
Caleb's eyes narrowed. "What's wrong?"
Brianna took a deep breath. "I have to leave tomorrow."
Caleb's face fell. "No, don't go."
Brianna's voice trembled. "I have to. After Mom got better, she...she kicked me out."
Tears filled Caleb's eyes.
"Why?" Caleb asked gently.
Brianna's voice cracked. "She said I'd sacrificed too much, that it was time for her to start fresh...without me....I went bankrupt after mom's medical bills. I've been working since 15, taking care of mom by myself since dad left."
Caleb's arms tightened around her.
"We'll figure something out," he whispered.
Tears filled Brianna's eyes.
"Promise me we'll stay together," Caleb urged.
Brianna nodded, tears streaming down.
"I promise."
Caleb's determination shone. "We'll make this work."
"Im sorry, this is so much to throw on someone you've just met..." Brianna continued crying
Caleb's voice filled with emotion.
"Brianna, being with you has changed my life. You've brought light into my world."
Brianna's eyes sparkled.
"In such a short time, I've never loved someone so much," Caleb confessed.
Brianna's heart swelled.
"I love you too, Caleb," she whispered.
Caleb's lips met Brianna's.
Their love shone brighter than any sunset.
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The Farmhouse Heart
RomanceBrianna is a baker from NYC, on her way to visit her aunt and uncle in Maryland. All of a sudden her car breaks down in the middle of nowhere! Luckily for her, there was a farm not too far ahead. *Green Haven Farm*. There stood a tall, brown hair, h...
