#Chapter 41: Sparks Fly
Abby
Pushing the restaurant’s door open, I’m immediately enveloped by the scent of fresh bread and
brewing coffee.
The day beckons, promising a hustle that I’m both dreading and anticipating. Each wooden table is
adorned with a fresh bunch of flowers, the gentle hum of the morning preparations playing softly in the
background.
“Morning, Abby!” Jake, my ever-efficient waiter, calls out, balancing a tray of fresh pastries on his palm.
His smile reaches his eyes, but there’s an underlying tension behind his gaze. Word travels fast, and
I’m sure the staff knows about the disaster that was last night.
From behind the bar, Chloe shoots me a sheepish grin. I narrow my eyes at her, knowing that she likely
blabbed to someone, but I can’t stay mad at her.
“Hey, Jake,” I reply, forcing brightness into my voice, trying to shake off the remnants of sleep and the
emotional hangover.
Daisy joins Jake, her apron already smudged with the morning’s work. “Need a coffee?” she asks, a
knowing glint in her eyes.
“Wouldn’t say no to that,” I respond with a weary chuckle.
She swiftly moves to the espresso machine, her hands practiced and sure, and within moments I’m
cradling a warm cup of comfort. The aroma alone gives me the pick-me-up I desperately need.
“Thanks, Daisy. Oh, and get a new apron from the back before customers start coming, alright?”
“Sure thing, boss!”
The warmth of my office is a welcome reprieve from the bustling chaos of the restaurant. I step inside,
immediately relishing the sense of solitude it offers.
My small haven is dimly lit, decorated with tasteful artwork and an impressive array of certificates that
vouch for my culinary skills. Yet, right now, they feel like mere props to a play that’s become all too real.
Sliding the door shut, I exhale a long, deep sigh. My feet carry me to the plush leather chair behind my
oak desk. As I sink into it, every muscle in my body seems to let go of the tension it’s been holding
onto. My temples throb, a painful reminder of the tears and restless tossing of the previous night.
Yet, there’s a silver lining to my gloomy clouds. My restaurant. My sanctuary.
windows filter in a golden hue, casting
The melodious chatter of customers
ambiance that’s both lively and
that fills the restaurant
famous blueberry pancakes
stack of paperwork—invoices, supplier orders,
one ever romanticizes, but there’s a
check, it’s all a testament to the world I’ve
thoughts. My gaze flickers up
I
I don’t want to look him in the eyes, no matter how beautiful and chocolatey they
see the takeout coffee cup in his hand. “Can I
I gesture towards the chair opposite me. “Do you need
the coffee on my
my almost full coffee mug, then back at him,
all set, but thanks.”
nkle, a silent acknowledgment of our shared moment in my
check on you after
I don’t want to talk
about it.
there’s something unexpectedly sweet in Karl’s gesture. His concern
the pitying glances others have been throwing
a faint smile. “Just another bump in
softening. “True. But
rant, I’m here.”
me. “Thanks. I’ll keep that in
a moment, as if weighing his words. “Look,
a hand, cutting him off. “Let’s not, okay? I appreciate the concern, but I’d rather
brunch
knowing smile. “Alright, boss lady.
…
face drawn and pale.
fever.”
to be one of our busiest days of the week is
nightmare. “Is he okay?”
he didn’t look good. Said he’s been throwing
or something. He’ll probably be out for
line cooks, overhears, his face mirroring my concern. “What’re we
We’re fully booked tonight.”
take a deep breath. “We adapt. That’s
That’s when I
he’s the only
“Karl!”
eyes scanning the kitchen before settling
the kitchen,” I state, my tone allowing
as if hoping to find
clarify. “You can
“Sure, but
times,” I reply with
he’s
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