Alvara

I thought Kai had been joking when he said he was outside my café—but there he really was.

Staring at him in awe, I asked, “How did you find me here?”

“I didn't stalk you, just so you know,” he quickly clarified. “These last three years, any country I visited for work, I always checked out their cake and coffee shops since you spoke about wanting to open one. My being here is strictly coincidental.”

He didn't forget me.

I chuckled softly. “Do you want to come in?”

“If only you'd let me.”

Moving aside, I ushered him in. “Would you like something to eat or drink?”

Kai settled...