Humility: Aladdin a Dark Contemporary Retelling by Brooklyn Cross

Author:Brooklyn Cross [Cross, Brooklyn]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Archives and Library Canada
Published: 2023-11-30T16:00:00+00:00

Chapter Thirty-Two

JASMINE

I woke up with a spring in my step, and not because of any sexy dream. Put it down to a successful night of sleep without the Absolem and no fantasies about what-ifs.

Dashing around, I dressed and grabbed an armload of baskets to set up. I spent all last night sitting at the table, working out where each item should go to best utilize space.

On my way out the door, I glanced at the television, remembering how weird yesterday was. Going into town was a great way to learn about the area. I got some shopping done, and other than almost being killed by a sports car, it was a great day. Until I saw that same car everywhere I went, like it was stalking me. The strangest part was that I kept catching glimpses of Angelo. His reflection in a window or walking down the street, but the next moment, he was gone. That was the final straw and reason for me to stop the sleeping medication. I couldn’t have those nighttime fantasies turning into daytime visions as well. It was bad enough that I thought of him at all.

Enzo had acted strange last night as well. He had turned on the television to the local news reporting on some shootings in town and how they were looking for a suspect. Every time I moved to look at the screen, he moved to block my view, and we ended up in a strange dance with him apologizing. When I got around him, the character sketch was gone, and he left without an explanation. If he hadn’t been waiting for me when I got home and finalizing my signs while I was gone, I would’ve sworn he was the person of interest. I really liked him, but there was something about him that reminded me of everyone back home. There were always agendas, half-truths, or things omitted from stories for personal gain. I hated the politics of it all, even if I understood the necessity.

The sun was cresting the tops of the trees as I placed the last of my produce out. There was quite the selection, and as I stared at the large table, I couldn’t keep the smile off my face.

Lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, zucchini, sweet peppers, and radishes lined most of the table, but I had some strawberries, figs, and peaches tucked in. I had never been so proud in my life. I produced something from what felt like nothing, and hopefully, someone would enjoy the fruits of my labor. Literally.

A vehicle approaching made my heart jump at a possible customer. I was only mildly disappointed when I recognized Enzo’s black SUV.

“Wow, this looks incredible,” he said, pulling up.

The elated smile on his face sent butterflies whipping around in my stomach. “You think so?”

“You really pulled it all together. Let me go park, and I’ll hang out for a little while.” I watched him the entire way into the driveway, then mentally scolded myself and turned around.

The crunch of his boots on the gravel drawing closer made the butterflies swarm.

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