“It has been a long while. I don’t even remember.”

“It’s not about the fishing as much as it’s just fun to hang out on the beach on a beautiful afternoon. It should be a good time. I was thinking of asking Bella to come again. She actually enjoys fishing and I know her sister leaves Sunday morning.”

“Who is this Bella? Is this someone you’re dating?” Andrea asked. She noticed that Nick flushed a little.

“I can’t say that we’re dating really. I took her fishing once. I enjoy her company, but she’s a guest. I know she won’t be here for long.”

Andrea grinned. “But you like her. I can tell. I’ll come. I’m curious now to meet her.”

“Okay, we’ll plan to head out around noon.”

“You’re right. I was skeptical but dark chocolate covered cranberries really are delicious,” Julia said. She and Bella had just tried candy samples at Sweet Inspirations, the chocolate shop that Johnny, the driver from The Whitley, had mentioned.

“You should bring a box home. I’m going to get one, too,” Bella said.

“Good idea. I can’t believe this is my last day. I’m a little envious that you get to stay for another month or so. I know you need it, though. I can tell it’s helping.”

“You can? That’s good to hear. I wish I could stay longer.”

“You seem more relaxed and for the first time in a long time, you seem happy instead of stressed. How are you feeling?”

“I’m good. I haven’t had a Lyme flare-up since I got here and I’m actually feeling stronger every day. I wish you could stay longer, too. This week has flown by.” And it had been a wonderful week. They’d managed to pack a lot into it, seeing the Whaling Museum, going on a walking ghost tour through one of Nantucket’s oldest neighborhoods and eating at so many great restaurants.

They did quite a bit of shopping, too, and Bella made sure to bring her sister to Nantucket Threads. Julia fell in love with several cute tops and a gorgeous pair of leather sandals. It was all new stuff from the last time Bella was there. Izzy made sure to tell them about her online store, too, in case Julia wanted to order anything once she got to Vermont.

“I can’t thank you enough for that Instagram post. My online sales blew up, especially for those boots.” Bella had posted a pic of herself from the knee down, of her wearing the boots and had included a caption, “Surfing online and fell in love with these boots from Nantucket Threads. Gorgeous and comfy.” She made sure to mention she got them online so people wouldn’t connect the dots and think she was on Nantucket.