Captured: An Everyday Heroes World Novel (The Everyday Heroes World) by S. Nelson & KB Worlds

Author:S. Nelson & KB Worlds [Nelson, S.]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: KB Worlds LLC
Published: 2021-01-28T00:00:00+00:00

22

Nolan

“You’re telling me that you’ve never tried cheesecake?” Quinn’s voice was filled with astonishment, and I found the entire conversation about desserts amusing.

“Never. I don’t get the appeal. I like cheese and I like cake, but the combination sounds gross.” I took a sip of my water, waiting for her to respond.

“It’s not just cheese and cake mixed together.”

“Then what is it?”

“Um… I don’t know exactly, but it’s not just that.” Using her fork, she sliced off a piece of her dessert and stabbed at a fallen strawberry before lifting everything to her lips. “It’s so good,” she mumbled, her hand coming to rest over her mouth as she chewed.

“I’ll take your word for it.” I wasn’t a big sweets guy, so I didn’t order anything for after my meal, but I encouraged her to get what she wanted, watching her eyeing up the cart as the waiter rolled it to the table behind us.

Dinner had been delicious, but it was our conversation I enjoyed even more. Tonight was the first time in as long as I could remember that I didn’t want to second-guess myself or drown in a sea of doubt. I wanted to live in the moment, enjoy the brief happiness that dueled with the armor around my heart. Being with Quinn was effortless, and I wanted to harness her laughter so I could hear it anytime I wanted. I loved the way her eyebrow would jut upward whenever she thought intently about an answer or the way her teeth toyed with her lip when she was unsure, deciding on dessert a perfect example.

“Are you sure you don’t want something? I feel bad wolfing this down in front of you.”

“Do you?”

There goes that brow again.

“Nope,” she answered, another piece of cheesecake disappearing into her mouth. After two more bites, she pushed the plate away from her and leaned back. “That was the best meal I think I’ve ever had. Although, don’t tell my mom because she’d never let me live it down.”

“Your mom is a good cook, then?”

“Very. She makes the best parmesan chicken casserole.” She shifted in her seat. “It was my brother’s favorite.”

“Was?”

Quinn was quiet for a moment, the smile she’d worn seconds ago vanishing. “He passed away.”

“I’m sorry to hear that.” I took a moment before speaking again. “Do you want to talk about it?” She shook her head and briefly closed her eyes. I knew that look. I’d worn it harder and more times than I could count. Reaching across the table, I placed my hand on top of hers, and when she looked at me, I saw the sorrow she carried inside for her sibling. “I’m here if you want to.” I had no idea what I was thinking, offering to listen to someone talk about their pain of losing a loved one. I had enough to deal with on my own. But it was Quinn, and if I could alleviate any sadness from her heart, I’d do so gladly, time and time again.

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