Mars took one look at her face and instantly figured it out.

"I'd love to see which moron thinks they can steal my girl!" he growled, storming downstairs in a huff.

Milka scrambled after him.

When they reached the car, Mars yanked open the passenger door and jabbed a finger at the bouquet. “You really let this ugly thing ride shotgun? Get it out of my car. I don't want this mess polluting my ride!"

Milka hurried over, caught off guard by the whole mix-up. She looked at Mars, sheepish, as if she'd just been caught cheating. “I don't even know who sent it. I thought it was you."

"My eyes aren't that bad. Like I'd ever pick something this hideous. If you won't toss it, I will." Mars grabbed the flowers and dumped them in the nearest trash can.

“Milka, if I ever find out who's trying to cut in on me, they're in for it,” Mars warned.

Milka just shrugged, unfazed. "...Okay. I'm starving~"

Mars slammed the car door-he had a temper, no doubt. But as soon as he was at her side, he softened, gently taking her wrist. "Come on, let's go eat.”

her lip, hiding a smile as he pulled her

Mars made sure the biggest bouquet of roses he'd bought was front and center on the table. Passersby kept sneaking glances; Mars looked smug as

flower shops and people on the street,

seemed to have someone to bring flowers to.

in thought, Andre


Cedillo

this?" Mia asked, pointing at a picture book in

stood there, pudgy finger on a

"But what

"Little bird~" Henry repeated.

of birds, kiddo. What's this one called?" Henry always had

answer.

woo-woo..." Another swat landed on his backside.

little rascal!” Mia huffed. “Today's Qixi Festival—the magpies are busy building a bridge in the sky so lovers can meet. If you can't even say their name, how are

It's magpie~" Henry

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