Babycakes by Mary Manners

Author:Mary Manners
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: christian Fiction
Publisher: Pelican Book Group
Published: 2017-06-28T16:00:00+00:00

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“We came here this morning because I promised Gracie ice cream for breakfast.” Cade said later as he slipped the soiled apron back over his head. He bunched it up, followed Emmy’s lead and tossed it into a bin beneath the counter, and then settled down at the table across from her to attack the cup of soft serve heaped with a mountain of toppings. “But it looks like I won a bonus, as well.”

“Yes, that’s some dish of ice cream.” Emmy watched as he lifted the first spoonful to his mouth. “The cookies did me in. I couldn’t eat another bite.”

“I wasn’t talking about the ice cream or the cookies, either, although both are a treat.” Cade licked whipped topping from his lips as his gaze connected with hers. “I was referring to time spent with you.”

“Oh...” A hint of blush blossomed over Emmy’s cheeks, and she quickly diverted her attention to the story room.

Through the doorway, Cade spied Gracie huddled together with Tommy. They made a stark contrast with her tousled blonde curls and his mop of brown hair. He was dressed in his baseball uniform, most likely in anticipation of a T-ball game that afternoon. The cap was tugged on backwards, and his tongue poked through his teeth as he balanced one block atop another. He and Gracie had overturned the bin of wooden building blocks and were busy creating a house for Gracie’s baby doll.

Thankful…I’m thankful to Emmy for having the foresight to introduce the two children. Gracie needs a friend.

There were no longer signs of the apprehension Gracie had shown as they loaded the SUV four days ago to embark on their cross country journey. Now, her giggles danced through the air.

“They’ve really hit it off, wouldn’t you say?” Cade asked as he turned his attention back to Emmy. “You really know kids.”

“Tommy’s a little rough around the edges—”

“That goes without saying when it comes to the male species.”

“Right.” Her laughter danced like music through the air. “He’s been through a lot, but I believe he’s rounded the corner.”

“That makes him and Gracie two peas in a pod.” Cade lifted another spoonful of heaven to his mouth as he studied her. “I have to say that, although it’s really not a staple in my closet, pink is definitely your color. Your cheeks look like someone’s singed them with a torch.”

“That would be your doing.” Emmy dipped her head and pressed a palm to her face in a futile attempt to hide the color. “I have to admit, you’ve got me just a little bit frazzled.”

“There’s no need to be.” He paused around a mouthful of chopped nuts coated in hot fudge before swallowing. Truthfully, he felt a little like a quarterback who’s just been blindsided. His head swam a bit; his pulse refused to find a normal rhythm. “It’s not like I’m going to bite you or something. By the way, this sundae is good…really good.”

“Thanks.” Emmy settled back in the seat, crossing her arms over her chest.

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