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I walked over to the counter and dug out the mason Jars. One of the jars was sticky on the side, and I found that the lid was loose with juice leaking down the side. Fortunately, none of it had gotten on Zoe’s bag.

I tried to tighten the lid but had to open it for realignment. Looking into the jar at the fruit, I couldn’t help my mouth watering at the juiciness of the plump peach slices. Before I knew what I was doing, my fingers reached into the jar, pulled out a slice, and popped it into my mouth.

To my surprise, my body savored the sweetness of the peach slice. Instead of being revolted, I chewed slowly and swallowed the treat with relish. My stomach did not sting but sang in relief at the small piece of food.

Was my appetite improving? Could this be a blessing from the life blossoming inside of me?

Quickly, I screwed the lid back on the mason jar. I turned to take them over to where Zoe was preparing

the crust. the dessert. Her eyes met mine, and she smiled slyly at me before returning her attention to

As the guests filed into the dining room, Noah stepped into the kitchen to survey the progress on the meal. Zoe had her back turned, stirring a pot of soup on the stove, as I arranged the deviled eggs on plate.

folded across his chest. I

something wrong?”

blurted out, picking up one of the deviled eggs

hips. “What

never cooked before and you hardly eat anything.

I try something


Noah popped the deviled egg into his mouth. He made a production of chewing slowly, as though contemplating the quality

tasted,” he said with a slight chuckle. “You know this is for

a gasp escape my lips. Whirling my head around, I saw Zoe stiffen by the stove. She didn’t turn around–therefore, she had no idea about

did. And I could tell from the sharp look in his eyes and the biting smirk tugging at the corners of his

Asshole.

cooking,” I said. “I’m just

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in my arms, and felt her tremble

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