Tentative Steps

PIPER’S POV

A few days later, I was arranging books behind the counter when the front door opened. I looked up automatically and froze slightly when I saw Nolan walking in with a bright smile on his face.

“You’re back already?” I asked before I could stop myself.

He laughed softly as he walked closer. “You know my father,” he replied. “The man refuses to slow down.”

I smiled faintly. “How is he?”