#Chapter270

The Gray Brothers bakery attracts more than customers

Lex

I was in the back, grabbing some ingredients for Dad’s order, when I heard Ma ask, “Lex, can you come out here?”

I took the items to the steel table, set them down, and went out to the front area. Piper stood there. She smiled and waved. I turned around and started to the back when Dad stopped me. He motioned for me to turn around. I sighed.

I walked over to the counter.

“Did you need something?” I asked her.

She took a step forward. “Yes, I would like a cupcake and a coffee, please.”

I looked at her...