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Chapter 11 - A Seat at Their Table

Author: Anney GW
last update Last Updated: 2025-04-26 09:22:24
Vienna’s POV

I packed up the carefully crafted pastries, making sure they were presented perfectly.

"Did we get a last-minute order?" Bella asked, glancing over. "I thought we were finished for the day."

"Oh… no," I said, barely masking the dread in my voice. "It’s for Warren’s parents. Family dinner tonight."

"I see," Bella said slowly. She walked over to help me pack, then looked at me intently. I forced a small smile as her eyes searched mine.

"Something’s wrong, isn’t it?" she asked gently, concern etched across her face. She knew me too well.

"Just not feeling great," I said, keeping my tone light. Evasive, but true enough. I wasn’t ready to unpack everything. Not yet.

The day at the bakery dragged on. The scent of bread—usually comforting—felt oppressive today. My stomach twisted any time I stepped too close to the ovens.

Bella tried to cheer me up, floating through the kitchen like a burst of sunshine. But there was nothing she could do. My mind kept looping back to this morning
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