Chapter Twenty Three
Ellie comes in early and works with me, side by side as she chatters away. She knows everyone in Valley Vale, whether they know her or not.
It's probably a good idea to stay on her good side.
"But we all thought you and Michael would marry right out of high school, stay here in Valley Vale and take over the diner."
Wait, what?
I must not be paying close attention, because I missed whatever she said that led up to this. Sydney has school today, and I was thinking about how much work she did yesterday. She'll be a big help when school's out, and I'm already looking forward to it.
"Sorry, Ellie. I was spacing out for a second. You were saying?"
I keep my focus on the pie crust I've just filled, smoothing down the thick molasses filled with pecans. My dad would run
