Tangerine Morning: Jezzica's Story (Serenity Cove Series) by Garcia Rita

Author:Garcia, Rita [Garcia, Rita]
Language: eng
Format: epub, mobi
Publisher: Rita Garcia Productions
Published: 2013-01-31T22:00:00+00:00

Chapter Twenty-four

Loaded down with bags of towels and kitchen gadgets for the upstairs area, Jezzica approached the door of the bookshop at the same time Tasha made her way to leave.

“I’m going next door to get us a snack.”

“Good. I can smell the sweet cinnamon from here.” Jezzica juggled the bags through the door. Her sister was arranging children’s books on the shelves. “This area looks inviting. You have an eye for detail.” Jezzica set her collection of bags onto the floor.

“Tasha and Lauren helped. When we put the rug back down it’ll add just the right mixture of texture and colors—sets the stage for the books.”

“I like the nostalgic symbol of having the same rug Anne used for story time. The exact one we sat on as children, listening to her read. I want to add a few vintage toys to this section.” Jezzica swung toward the door as Tasha rushed back into the shop like a summer storm.

“Aunt Jezz, you’ll never believe what I just learned.”

“Do tell.” Jezzica smiled and couldn’t wait to hear what had lit the animated lights in her niece’s eyes.

“Julia’s selling the coffee and pastry shop.”

Jezzica shrugged, puzzled by her nieces apparent excitement. “I know. She’s going to work at the inn, with Abby.”

“I want to buy it.” Tasha announced, initiating a more grownup voice.

Catylen straightened up. “What are you talking about? You need to finish college.”

“I’ll finish my classes online. This isn’t a whim. I wanted my own coffee shop before I even started college.”

Lauren moved next to her sister. “It’s true, Tasha wanted her own coffee shop even back in high school, and I for one think it’s great.”

“Don’t encourage her, Lauren. What will your father say?” Catylen shook her head.

“He gave up the right to have a say, as far as I’m concerned.” The light dimmed in Tasha’s eyes.

“The problems between your father and I have nothing to do with his being your father. He’s always been an exceptional dad.”

“You’re right, Mom. But Lauren and I still need a little space.” She paused as Lauren nodded in agreement.

“The coffee shop is what I really want. We could have an archway between the bookshop and coffee shop.”

Jezzica picked up the vision. “The shops would flow into each other.”

“Like some of the big bookstores back home.” Lauren walked to the wall facing Julia’s shop. “How hard would it be to remove this wall?”

“Wait.” Catylen raised her voice. “College is important.”

“Many of the students have decided to go the online route.”

“I’m going to talk to Julia. I would like to move forward with Tasha’s idea, and if she decides to finish her classes online and run her own business, then it’s hers.” Jezzica hesitated, and nodded to Catylen. “Only if you’re in agreement, of course.”

“Okay, but Tasha, slow down and weigh all of your options. I don’t want you having regrets later.”

“Even at the dorm, I make lattes and I’m forever coming up with new flavors. Imagine, living in Serenity Cove and starting my own business.

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