Chapter Fifteen
The next morning Alex waited at the end of the grand staircase. Jan was late. It was unlike the pie maker who lived her life according to exact measurements and kitchen timers.
Alex’s mind went to the worst possible scenario. What if she’d changed her mind? What if she’d backed out of their deal?
There were other chefs he could partner with. Celebrity chefs who would jump at the opportunity to work with him. But his body chilled at the idea, his tongue felt fuzzy at the thought.
Jan got his culinary vision. Not only that, she thrilled him with each new dish she whipped up. She had a command of spices unrivaled by any chef whose table he’d sat at—and he’d traveled the world over. Once Jan traveled and experienced new dishes and spices, she would be even more amazing in t
