y as she joined me behind the counter. Giggles escaped her l

pson is freaking hot. The does not do him justice. And the chemistry. I mean, seriously, I

t flooding my senses. I twirled a lock of hair around

captivating. Everything was happening at onc

widened as she wiggled

between you two. I saw the way you blushed and how he couldn't tear his gaze away fr

lly nudge Lexy's arm, a sh

t's not what I'm thinking and he was just being friendly. But... I can't deny

ously, her eyes twink

But mark my words, there's a sweet romance bre

ion. However, Nora's disapproving stare interrupted our banter, rolling her eyes

xy. You're just imagining things. Samantha nee

uick to dismiss the power of love. It's not just a silly crush. Samantha deserves happin

ive, Lexy. Samantha has a business to run, and she shouldn't let distractions ge

s conversation, " It's

straction, Nora, but I see it as an opportunity for Samantha to find joy and fulfillment. Life is about mor

see how long this little crush lasts. I just hope

. Like she know Nora's word could get to

. You're just jealous. Maybe if you took a break from being

er as I tried my best to hold

oyed by Lexy's response. But Lexy wasn't finished. Sh

p improve your sour attitude. And who knows, maybe you'll even find a little sweetness

Nora. I admired Lexy's feisty spirit and her ability to stand up t

olding a letter in his hand. His eyes shyly gla

o?" I asked, my

ice quivering slightly. "It's

on. I didn't appl

ought it would be a great opportunity for you to show the world your

. You guys shouldn't ha

ve faith in your talent and passion. Plus,

something like this before. I couldn't just get out of my shell. S

ys are t

hugged my friends tightly. Their support

like you by my side," I whispered, my

stormed away, Zoo couldn't h

cheeks tinged with a rosy hue,

e curling her lips. "Oh, Zoo, stop

.

brimming with a mix of emotions. Thoughts of the whirlwind of events that had un

" I murmured to myself, a h

the mail, and Nora's attitude... it's all so much to process. But amidst it all, I can't help but fe

ht. My mind filled with visions of Thompson and the possibilities that lay ahea