His Determined Mate: A Grumpy Fated Mates Small Town Romance by Delta James

Author:Delta James [James, Delta]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2024-07-22T00:00:00+00:00

The Northern Lights Festival had officially begun, and Hannah's Hearth was alive with activity. Crowds of enthusiastic festivalgoers streamed into her bakery, drawn by the promise of freshly baked goods and the cheerful, welcoming atmosphere. She was glad of Melinda’s help. They worked together in concert and perfect harmony. The scent of cinnamon rolls, pastries, and coffee filled the air, mingling with the sounds of laughter and lively conversations.

Hannah moved behind the counter with practiced ease, her hands deftly packaging treats and pouring coffee. Her heart swelled with pride as she watched the line of customers grow, each one eager to sample her creations. It was the culmination of months of hard work, and the sight of so many happy faces was more rewarding than she had ever imagined.

In the midst of the bustling crowd, she could feel the moment Rick entered the bakery. He donned an apron and joined her and Melinda.

“Don’t you need to be at the diner?” she asked, not wanting his business to suffer.

“The diner is fine. I have a great staff, and they’ll handle it.”

He was ever-present, his tall, rugged figure moving through the bakery with quiet authority. He helped where he could, carrying trays, greeting customers, and making sure everything ran smoothly. His watchful eyes never strayed far from Hannah, and she felt a warm flush of gratitude every time their gazes met.

Their chemistry was undeniable. Every glance, every touch, seemed to spark something between them. Hannah felt it in the way her pulse quickened whenever he was near, in the way her heart seemed to beat in time with his. It was an unspoken connection, powerful and intense, that left her feeling both exhilarated and confused.

As she handed a customer their order, Hannah's thoughts wandered. There was something about Rick that she couldn't quite place. He was more than just a friend, more than just a romantic interest. There was a depth to him, a mystery that intrigued her. She wondered if he felt the same pull, the same inexplicable bond that she did.

Lost in thought, Hannah almost missed the flash of movement outside the window. She glanced up and thought she saw Celeste, Teddy's girlfriend, weaving through the crowd. Her heart skipped a beat, but when she looked again, there was no sign of her. It had only been a glimpse, and she told herself it couldn't have been Celeste. She was thousands of miles away, living her best life with Teddy. Hannah wished them both well.

Hannah shook her head, trying to dispel the uneasy feeling that had settled over her. She turned her attention back to the bakery, to the smiling faces and the hum of activity. But a small part of her couldn't shake the feeling that something was off, that the glimpse of Celeste meant more than she wanted to admit.

"Hey, you okay?" Rick's voice pulled her from her thoughts. He stood beside her, concern etched in his features.

Hannah forced a smile and nodded. "Yeah, just thought I saw someone I know, but it was nothing.

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