Feral Secret
she says, her smile bright as she points to the display, “are you thinking more chocolatey or fruity today?”
Newton scrunches up his nose in concentration, then looks up at Cheryl with a shy smile. “Chocolatey, I think.”
“Excellent choice,” Cheryl beams, and I can’t help but admire how naturally she handles this. She’s been through so much, but here she is, making this little boy feel like the most important person in the world.
I watch as she orders a scoop of double fudge for Newton, complete with sprinkles, and when she turns to me, I can’t hide the smile tugging at my lips. Cheryl catches me looking, and she raises an eyebrow, a playful glint in her eyes.
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