Unexpected Sweetness

Hazel bounced on her toes, her eyes wide with anticipation as she pointed at the remaining pastry. "Declan, cut right here! Make sure it’s the prettiest piece."

Declan snapped out of his lingering thoughts. He offered a warm grin and carefully guided the plastic knife down through the soft layers, slicing a delicate wedge of sponge and pink frosting. He transferred the slice onto a fresh paper pl