Chapter Sixteen
Jan’s pie shop had been sandwiched between a pizza parlor and a Chinese food place. Neither were upscale. Just the typical neighborhood haunts that locals would run into for a quick bite or a fast dinner. They often stopped into her shop for a quick slice of dessert to accompany their fast fare.
The place Alex had parked in front of was right on the high street. In fact, the street dead-ended, and the building was at the end of that cul-de-sac. It was not affixed to any of the other buildings. It stood proud and tall as though it never needed to lean on anyone or anything.
The little Alex had spoken of the building he’d led her to believe it needed a lot of work. It was nicer than a luxury resort. It screamed five stars. It shouted Michelin stars.
“Oh, Alex. It’s perfec
