Work at the cafe was as busy as ever, and she tried not to let the lingering thoughts about that night an

o's wife, i was so happy to see her. Martha was always easy to talk to, and

with a warm smile. "You mentioned somet

s the big day. He's excited but nervous. It's his firs

w. "That's wonderful! T

py for him, though. He deserves to enjoy this. It's been a l

ng a chance to just be a teenager.

er for a moment, her heart swelling wi

g smile. "You're a good sis

ul for the compliment. "I

to see you two soon" she smiled tha

tle lighter. As the day continued, she focused on getting through her shift, though a small part

mode, adjusting his tie in front of the mirror, looking a little unsure of hi

his collar. "Don't worry, you're

us smile return

freeze. Dahlia gave him an encouraging

ul prom gown. Dahlia could see right away why Delijah had a crush on her. She was striking, with delicat

his voice a little shaky. "Mi

meet you, Dahlia. Delijah ta

catching Delijah's embarrassed expre

ly, glancing at De

reat. You'll have a blast tonight. Go a

ing them go. A mix of pride and bittersweetness filled her chest. Her little brother was growin