Broken Dreams Stories

Chapter 69

Chapter 79

Ethan followed his brother Melvin into the cozy bakery cafe, inhaling the delicious scents of freshly baked bread and pastries and brewing coffee, which wrapped around him like a warm hug.

He hadn’t been thrilled about the errand, but Melvin had insisted, claiming his pregnant wife had a craving that only Ray’s Bakery could satisfy Ethan had never been to the place before, but as he stepped inside, he found himself appreciating the inviting atmosphere with its wooden beams and cheerful floral arrangements

Melvin, on the other hand, walked in like he owned the place. He moved with the case of familiarity, waving at the young woman behind the counter, who greeted him with a bright smile..

“Hey, Melvin Back so soon?” she called, her eyes sparkling with recognition.

“You know my wife,” Melvin said with a good–natured chuckle.

ckle. “She’s craving Bay’s croissants again. If I don’t bring them home, I’m a dead man!

The barista laughed, nodding in understanding. “I’ve g

got you covered. Fresh batch just came out of the oven

“Awesome! Is Rayna in?” Melvin asked hopefully

“She stepped out to get something down the block, but she’d be back soon”

Ethan watched the exchange with mild amusement, his curiosity piqued. He hadn’t realized his brother and his wife were regulars here. “So, the famous bakery that Sarah keeps raving about.” Ethan commented, looking around. “Not bad”

Melvin grinned, nudging Ethan’s shoulder. “Not bad! This place is a lifesaver. They have the best pastries in town.

“Easy with the exaggeration, Ethan said, and Mekan chuckled.

muffin and coffee

cinnamon

the display case filled with

some muffins and two cups of coffee, they slid into one of the booths.

one of the muffins and but into it as they sat down. His eyes closed involuntarily as he savored the taste. He had to admit that Melvin was right and the baker

it with approval.

good. I didn’t know a muffin could taste so good,”

a grin, taking

you should come here more often. The owner, Rayna, is a really lovely lady. She’s single, too: Sarah and I have been

behind his coffee cup. “Oh? Are you trying to set me up, Mel! Is that why

playful glint in his eyes. “Just saying, you’ve been single for too long. Rayna’s great. She’s beautiful smart, and

can make a mean chocolate cake for you!” Ethan

a given, but you’re the one who gets

the bakery swung open, and Rayna walked in, dressed in a casual bat chic

with a wide smile. “Raynal

Rayna’s eyes scanned the room briefly before she spotted Melvin, who was waving her over with a big

and his stomach dropped. He recognized her instantly the same woman he had argued with at the club–the same woman who had accused

to Ethan’s displeasure. Melvin grinned as

wondering what he was doing these and if perhaps Derek had sent hiar cover to apologize to

12:15 PM dd.

Chapter 79

Ethan dernanded at the same time, his voice

same thing.” she said, her tone

the two of them, clearly confused. “Wait, do you two

Melvin

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