The Alpha's Burning Heart
I asked her, knowing I'd be the one to run the errand.
"Coconut and oatmeal cookies," she replied, looking at Tristan.
"And which would you like?" she asked, directing the question to Tristan.
Without thinking, I answered at the same time as him, "Chocolate fudge cookies."
An awkward silence followed. I saw Natasha's displeasure in her eyes, and I realised my mistake. My unintended response made her uncomfortable, and Tristan's expression showed disapproval.
"I apologise," I managed to say, but no one responded.
I bought the cookies from the only pastry shop in town and returned. Natasha looked excited when she saw me. As I placed the box on the table, she immediately reached for it.
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