#Chapter413

Lock them up, boys and girls!

Lex

Today is Sunday, and Dad needed to stop by the bakery for something. He asked me if I wanted to go with him, and I didn’t hesitate. There was something that drew me there, and it felt like a second home.

We arrived, and he unlocked the door. Then, following him into the bakery, he went into the back, searching for whatever item he needed.

“Huh? It’s not here.” He stared at a table, rubbed his chin, and thought about it. “Lex, check the pantry and see if I left the paperwork for Wilson’s cake order there.”

“Okay.” I shrugged and opened...