Blossoms of Love by Juanita Jane Foshee Read Free Book Online Page B

come here and live if I can learn about raising cattle and horses.” Dorothy put the food on the table, “You can learn and you would if you like it. Now I must go call everyone.”
    David liked Monty’s parents. He already felt closer to them than his own parents. The next day they left. They rode the bus to Alabama because they were short on money. At the bus station, David called Porter to pick them up. Mr. and Mrs. Agar were home since it was early evening. Of course, they greeted them and so did Della and Porter. Della said, “You’re just in time to eat. Dinner is ready.” David said, “Good. I’m starved.” As they ate David asked, “Where is Nat?” Mrs. Agar put her fork down and answered, “She is in college. I wrote to you about her going.” David said, “Yea I know, but I thought she would be home every weekend.” Mr. Agar spoke, “She’ll be home tomorrow.” Mrs. Agar said, “She is getting to be a real lady. At last she is getting out of her tom-boy ways.” Mr. Agar smiled, “You’ll both be surprised. I think she’s glad she’s a woman.” Mrs. Agar smiled, “I don’t think college did it.” She looked at Lamont, “I think Monty had something to do with her changing.” Lamont looked up from his plate, “Me?” David laughed, “Monty has that effect on women, I know.” Lamont said teasingly, “Well some have it and some don’t.” They all laughed. Della brought in dessert. The subject was changed. Lamont was glad.
    The next morning was a normal May day in Alabama. The sun was bright, the sky clear, and a warm breeze made the day even more pleasant. David and Lamont went on in the ocean in Mr. Agar’s boat. Lamont looked the boat over, “This is some rig.” David said, “Dad seldom uses it. Mom gets sea sick every time she goes out.” David leaned back as they cruised along, “Monty I’ve been thinking.” David teased, “Okay bud, cut the wise cracks.” Then his face grew serious, “You know we get out in eight more months. Why don’t you and I take over part of Dad’s business?” Lamont said, “Dave, I don’t know a damn thing about insurance or real estate. I’d go nuts staying in an office all day.” David said, “I’d go nuts too but you don’t have to stay in an office all day. There’s good money in it. Dad would like to turn it over to me and I’d like for you to be my partner.” Lamont said, “Thanks pal for the offer but I plan to stay in the Navy.” David looked at Lamont as if he didn’t hear him right. Then he said, “You’re kidding.” Lamont was serious, “No David I’m not kidding. I like traveling, the pay isn’t bad, and I just don’t want to settle down yet.” David threw h is cigarette into the water, “I wish you’d change your mind Monty.” Lamont said, “I won’t. I haven’t seen enough of the world yet. When I do decide to get out, I want to go back home, buy a ranch, and raise cattle and horses. I don’t like city life.” David said, “I don’t blame you. If I could run a ranch I’d do that too but I think you’re nuts to stay in.” Lamont said, “It’s a good living. I couldn’t work anywhere, pay expenses, and send home as much money as I do in the Navy.” David sighed, “It’s all yours buddy. Frankly, I can’t wait to get out.”
    They fished for a while but neither of them were having much luck catching fish. They decided to quit. It was late afternoon when they got back home. They stopped and talked to Porter, who was spraying the rose bushes which he took great pride in. When they went inside the house someone called out, “It’s about time you two came home.” When they looked up, they were surprised to see Natalie. Mr. and Mrs. Agar were right. Natalie had certainly become a young woman. She had blossomed into a very beautiful young woman. David said, “Hey Monty, that can’t be my baby sister.” Monty said, “You’re right Dave. That’s not little Natalie.” She came down the stairs