“That’s superior. How does it work? Are you trucking your complete farmers market with you?” Marin teases earlier than she takes her final chunk of taco.

“Humorous,” I say, capturing her a glance. “No. He despatched me his menu already. I made notes and have some concepts on what would work.” I shrug. “And I’m going to take it down there and fake I do know what I’m doing.”

I giggle nervously.

“You understand what you’re doing,” Finn says. It’s a praise. One which warms me from the within out.

***

The subsequent night time, mendacity in mattress, I’m driving a excessive I can’t come down from. My first seek the advice of went so completely I needed to pinch myself a number of occasions to ensure it was actual.

The proprietor cherished my concepts.

“I’ve by no means considered cocktail flavors like that earlier than. It’s good actually!” he mentioned after I prompt we complement the flavors of his meals menu somewhat than concentrate on the cliché island staples like frozen daiquiris.

I confirmed the bartenders a few methods to make staple drinks utilizing a few mangos, pineapples, and limes.

“If consulting doesn’t work out, you’re employed,” he instructed me with a smile once we completed for the day.

I laughed in response. “My dad would by no means let that occur.”

I can’t cease smiling as I stare on the darkish ceiling.

I did it. I’m doing it.

After which—Ethan. He’s hooked up to each thrilling a part of this like a shadow. With out him, I wouldn’t have identified I might take this huge scary leap.

I roll over and seize my cellphone off my nightstand.

Me: Hello.

Ethan: Hello.

I swallow arduous earlier than responding.

Me: Apples are in season.

Ethan: They’re.

I miss you.

Delete.

What are you doing?

Delete.

Can I name you?

Delete.

Me: Are you heading again to Bethel?

Ethan: Tomorrow.

Me: Don’t neglect to feed the birds.

Ethan: And to suppose you didn’t need to play my recreation.

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