Novas dream has always been to open a bakery of her very own. Well now that she's moved to Galax, Georgia she is living that dream. She's got a lot of work to do on the shop before that happens though. One day as she's working she meets Eleanor, the...
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"Hands off"
Today has been so amazing. I've been busy since we opened the door. So far none of the guys have stopped by. Which is fine. Axel has been a huge help.
He's taken care of most of the customers on the register. I've been bagging the items and talking to everyone. Trying to keep up with everyone was difficult but I think I've found my rhythm.
The cupcakes have been a hit. Axel has some saved in back for Madz just in case we sell out. He's texted me a few times but I've not had time to reply.
I definitely need to put a help wanted sign in the window. We need a third person to help out. Bagging the items, cleaning up and taking care of everyone with two people is tough.
It seems to have slowed down. It's 11:15 so a lunch rush will probably come soon. With everyone satisfied I take the time to breathe. Axel wipes the counter down for me.
"Looks like today will be one for the books." Axel smiles. Glancing around everyone seems so happy.
"I think you're right, Axe." I give him a high five when the bell on the door jingles. I see three men in vests walk in. All matching the one Madz has. The names read Ryder, Gears and Tiny.
I remember pieces of meeting Tiny. The other two not so much. They walk towards the counter and wave hello to me.
"Hey guys. What can we do for you? We've got plenty of items left and I just started another pot of coffee. So that should be ready soon." Tiny walks to the front.
"Hey little lady. I'll take a bear claw and a plain coffee." Axel rings him up when the other two come to place their order.
"I'm Gears, this is Ryder. We will take one cupcake, a muffin, two black coffees and a loaf of bread. My mother has been so excited for me to bring her home some." I go to bag their items when Ryder walks over to the display case.
"Everything looks amazing. All of us are so happy for you. Madz hasn't stopped talking about you and opening day." I blush and hand over the items.
"Well thank you. I'm glad you guys were able to stop by. Let me grab your drinks. Are all of them just plain correct?" I get a nod from all the men and I start to fix up the cups.
"Has the prospect given you any problems? If he has you can let us know." Tiny asks in an annoyed tone.
"No, Axe has been perfect. We haven't run into one issue. We work well together. I think I'll have to hire him full time." Axel looks over at me with wide eyes.
"You really mean that Nov's?" Of course I do. He's done everything I asked of him without complaint. He has kept me together when I just wanted to crumble today.
"Well duh. Today couldn't have happened without you silly." With that Axel comes over and gives me a hug.
