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“That would be wonderful, I admit. I’ve never heard of this before, and it sounds so selfless and sweet.”
She smiles, looking down at her hands. She rubs them against each other as she speaks.
“You think so?”
“Yes,” I reply. “That’s really sweet, and I know you’d do well with it. Honestly, I’m a little jealous.”
“Why?”
“Because you have this cool dream. Honestly, I just wanted something that provides security. I’ve always loved animals, and hearing that this is the end goal is sweet.”
She blushes and then smiles.
“Thank you, Robert. Honestly, I was a little nervous telling you. I thought you’d think it’s something fruitless to go for, too.”
“How’s it fruitless? It’s a dream.”
I look out the window. The waves crash to the shore as nightfall takes over the sky. I take a deep breath, breaking the silence.
“My ex-fiancée was an animal lover too. She never wanted what you desire, but she loved dogs. She wanted to adopt and rescue strays. I told her that once I had the space, we could do that.”
“That was kind of you.”
“I’m glad you think so,” I chuckle. I look at her as the realization sets in. We’re more alike than I thought. Hearing Sara come forth about her dreams like this makes me like her even more. It makes me realize these feelings I’m having aren’t temporary either.
She goes on: “But yeah, this dream is something I’ve been working toward ever since I was a kid. My Granny Ruth had a little farm specifically for horses. I used to go out there and ridethem. I guess that’s how I ended up on this path. I especially love horses and the older ones are mostly so gentle and love the attention they get from us.”
“Hey, sometimes others put you on a certain path, inspiring you to follow your dreams and goals.”
She giggles, nodding. “True. I do think she’s responsible for it. Granny passed before I started college, and one day, I want to dedicate a sanctuary to her and the care she brought to animals in her own way.”
“It’s possible. And quite the dream.”
When I hear Sara’s words, I feel the pull to help. I want to help her with these dreams, even though I’m not sure what will happen in the future.
My heart races. I move slightly closer, holding her tightly.
“You know, hearing about this dream makes me realize how special you are because you’re actively following it.”
“I am. I won’t stop until I have it.”
“I want to help then,” I offer.
She blinks, confused by my words.
“Really? How?”
“I don’t know for sure, but I want to help you however I can. Even if it’s just cheering you in your corner, I know that this is the right thing to do.”
“Thank you, Robert.”
She yawns, stretching her arms. Her dress moves up slightly, revealing her beautiful, shapely legs. Her green eyes turn toward me again as she gestures to her bedroom.
“Anyway, I would love to talk more, but I’m exhausted.”
“I know. I’d love to learn more about it.”
“Maybe tomorrow,” she adds between yawns.
