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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.

arms folded across his chest. I could feel his gaze

wrong?”

out, picking up one of the deviled eggs and

placed my hands on my hips. “What do

cooked before and you hardly eat anything. How could you possibly prepare

try


popped the deviled egg into his mouth. He made a production of chewing slowly, as though contemplating the quality of the food, but I knew that he had already made up

delicious thing I’ve ever tasted,” he said with a slight chuckle. “You know this is for a family banquet, right? Not a lowbrow party

I saw Zoe stiffen by the stove. She didn’t

his lips that he was just saying these things out of jealousy

Asshole.

cooking,” I said. “I’m

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to where Zoe stood and gathered her in my arms, and felt

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