Brides of Alaska

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Author: Tracie Peterson
behind? Two, maybe three feet? Julie thought of her upcoming job and wondered how much difficulty she’d have maneuvering the snow-packed trails. Maybe she’d grown too soft for the demands of her duties.
    â€œGood morning,” Vern said as he came in from one of the back rooms. “How did you sleep?”
    â€œI was nearly asleep before I finished undressing,” Julie said with a laugh. “I was just thinking that maybe I’m not cut out for life in the wilds after five years of civilization.”
    â€œNonsense!” Vern exclaimed. “You have Eskimo and Swedish blood in your veins. That combination will overcome any obstacle in your way. You can do it, Jewels. I have confidence in you.”
    â€œSo do I,” Sam said as he stood leaning against the frame of the door. “I think you’re more than able to meet any challenge. Of course, you’ll find one or two unexpected surprises along the way, but you’re one tough gal. I pity the obstacle that stands in your way.”
    â€œThat’s for sure,” Vern chuckled as he motioned Julie and Sam to the front room. “Breakfast will be ready in a little while. You two relax in front of the fire, and I’ll call you when it’s time.”
    â€œI wouldn’t dream of it,” Julie protested.
    Her father wouldn’t have any part of it. “I’m still in charge here,” Vern said in mock sternness. “Now scoot.”
    Julie shrugged her shoulders and made her way to the front room. Plopping down on the sofa, she stretched her feet out to absorb the warmth of the fire. Flames snapped and crackled as the logs shifted in the grate.
    â€œYou make quite the perfect picture sitting there,” Sam said as he took a seat at the opposite end of the couch.
    Julie felt the full impact of Sam’s stare, and without looking at him she replied, “I wish you wouldn’t talk like that.”
    â€œWhy?”
    â€œBecause I’m already humiliated enough. You aren’t helping matters one bit,” she answered simply.
    â€œHumiliated? Why are you humiliated?” Sam asked as he leaned toward Julie.
    She grimaced. “I don’t know how you can ask that. I’m totally ashamed of the way I acted last night.”
    â€œYou mean when August beat you at chess?” Sam teased. Julie couldn’t hold back her smile. “That’s better,” Sam added.
    â€œWhat is?” Julie asked innocently.
    â€œThe smile. I love it when you smile,” Sam said softly.
    Julie shook her head. “I don’t understand you, and I don’t know how to deal with you,” she said honestly.
    â€œGo on,” Sam urged.
    â€œGo on?” Julie questioned as she finally looked Sam in the eye. “What do you expect me to say?”
    â€œI expect you to face up to your feelings. You don’t have any reason to feel embarrassment. Especially not on account of our kiss.”
    Julie put her face in her hands and moaned. “I can’t believe I’m sitting here talking to you about it. I get kissed for the first time …”
    â€œThe first time, eh?” Sam questioned with a teasing grin. “So I was the first man to kiss you. I think I like that.”
    Julie groaned. “Let’s just forget it. Please!”
    â€œI don’t intend to forget it,” Sam said firmly.
    â€œDon’t intend to forget what?” August asked as he bounded into the room.
    Julie fell back against the couch and rolled her eyes. Sam only laughed. “I don’t intend to forget that your sister saved my life. I’d like to do something nice for her. Something special.”
    â€œYou’ve already done plenty,” Julie said as she got to her feet.
    Knowing that August couldn’t see him, Sam made a face, nearly causing Julie to laugh. “I think I’ll see if Pa needs any help,” she said, struggling to keep a straight
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