Chapter 16

Jamie took her to the cafe. It was nice, and despite being close to the end of the day, there were plenty of snack options still there. Jamie picked up a tray and set a bottle of still water onto it. He figured that would be useful to have on him if Sofia got thirsty.

Sofia had gone over to the cake display. She had pressed herself up against the glass, staring at the cakes. As Jamie approached, she looked up at him with puppy dog eyes. He had to admire her acting abilities.

“Hungry?” he asked, trying not to smile. “They got sandwiches, or toasted sandwiches.”

Sofia pointed silently at the cakes behind the glass.

“Are you allowed to have cake?” Jamie asked.

“Sometimes,” Sofia replied. “Please, Jamie? We had sandwiches already and I really love cake.”

Jamie deliberated, and leaned down to look at the cakes. Some were gluten free, some vegan. Maybe the less sugary choices wouldn’t be so bad.

“Carrot cake?” he suggested.