The day ended better than I could have imagined.
All samples have been handed out, and I have a list of people who promised to come back when the bakery officially opens.
My phone is full of new contacts from potential customers who want to place orders, and my heart feels lighter than it has in months.
"That was incredible," I tell Orion as we are breaking down the folding table. "Did you see Mrs. Chen? She took three croissants and said she's coming back with her book club."
Orion grins, hoisting the table under one arm with effortless strength. "I think your good looks and those pastries were an unbeatable combination."
I laugh, shaking my head. "Please. You charmed half the neighborhood just by standing there. I saw those college girls come back three times." I tease him.
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