Candy Crush by Amelia C. Adams

Author:Amelia C. Adams [Adams, Amelia C.]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2018-01-28T06:00:00+00:00

Chapter Seven

Alicia dropped Oz at the floral shop, then took her purchases over to the general store. He carried his bags inside and showed them to Whitney, and she was duly impressed.

“So, how much of this did you pick out, and how much did Alicia help you with?” she asked.

“Actually, I picked everything,” he said. “I decided I wasn’t such a shopping loser after all.”

She reached out and pretended to pinch his cheek. “You’re such a good boy. I love these bears—they’ll be darling with the vintage theme we’ve got going on with the TV show.”

“That’s what I was thinking. They reminded me of the wedding bouquets you were looking at the other day.”

“Yes! I could do an old-fashioned Valentine arrangement with the Queen Anne’s lace and one of these bears. Oz, I could kiss you.” She paused and looked at him. “Or maybe I’ll leave that up to Alicia.”

He couldn’t help it. He ducked his head, feeling a little embarrassed.

“I see. So, there has been some smooching going on.” Whitney leaned against the counter and folded her arms. “I think you need to spill the beans.”

“There really aren’t any beans to spill.” He began sorting the Valentine’s cards into the holder, making sure the right envelopes were with the right cards. “We’re taking it slow.”

“You’re taking it slow, but you’ve kissed her.”

“Yes, I’ve kissed her. Or rather, she kissed me the first time, and I kissed her the second. It’s anyone’s guess as to who goes next.”

Whitney laughed. “That’s kind of a weird little contest, but I’m happy for you, Oz. She’s a great girl, and if you’ve managed to work out some of your past kinks, I’m all for it.”

“I think we have, but just in case, that’s why we’re taking it slow. I don’t think either of us wants to get hurt again. Some things are too important to trifle with.”

“I agree.”

They both turned when the door to the floral shop opened and Mike Prescott, Whitney’s boyfriend, walked in. “Hey, Oz,” he said, but he made a beeline for Whitney and pulled her in for a kiss. “How’s your day been?” he asked when he released her.

“Good. Well, a little frustrating, but Oz saved the day. I’ll tell you about it over dinner.” Whitney turned to Oz. “We’ll have a few extra deliveries in the morning because you weren’t here this afternoon. Is that okay?”

“Not a problem. Oh, and here’s your change.” Oz fished in his pocket and pulled out the few remaining bills and the receipts.

“Thanks again. You did great.” Whitney turned to Mike. “Just let me sweep up, and then I’m all yours.”

Mike grinned. “Can’t wait. Hey, Oz? Can I walk you out?”

“Uh, sure.” Oz paused and waited for Mike to catch up with him. When they were outside, Mike glanced around, then cleared his throat.

“So, I guess it’s no secret how I feel about Whitney,” he began.

Oz laughed. “Nope, no secret.”

“Well, I’ve decided I want to propose, but I want to do something really special, and I wondered if you’d help me.

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