Chapter Two: Heating Up in the Kitchen
The first week felt like the opening chapter from a fairy tale. The job was perfect in every way. A great salary, a friendly staff, the dignified atmosphere of a classy restaurant. Best of all was Marco’s demeanor. Gone was the loud jackass she’d first encountered. He now addressed her with a respectful admiration that seemed weirdly out-of-character. At times he came across like an old-world gentleman caller wooing a lady he’d hope to court. Never before had anyone been so in love with her cooking.
But the sweetest and most stunning surprise took place early in her second week at Marco’s Restaurant. Strolling through the dining area, she spotted a familiar face. A lovely blonde sat in a booth with two older people, probably her parents. The softnes
