Sweet Subterfuge

Wendy had seen photos of Kevan on Aster’s phone. Also, Aster had already informed her that Kevan would be coming to cook for him today. So, she rushed back from work as soon as possible. Fortunately, she caught him just in time.

“Mr. Rogers, I’ve heard so much about you.”

She showed no sign of hesitation as she confidently approached him and extended her hand.

He stared at her hand. He hesitated for a moment before finally shaking it.

Of course, she didn’t miss this small detail. She had heard about how much of a clean freak Kevan was. That was why she took the

initiative to shake hands with him, just to see how he would react

She had anticipated a refusal, but whatever happened only deepened her smile.

“I heard from Aster that you’re going to cook for him today? She glanced at the dining table, which was empty. She continued. “Is the dinner not ready yet?”

chimed in. “We’ve already eaten! Daddy’s cooking is super delicious! Even

say “better than what you make,” but he was afraid of hurting Wendy’s feelings. So, he changed his

and even though Wendy doubted whether someone as busy as Kevan had time to practice

you haven’t eaten. I don’t mind whipping up a few things with the leftover ingredients.

the fruit platter down and started to

him. I’m on a diet. I just steam a sweet potato

“Daddy’s candied sweet potatoes are so delicious! They’re soft and coated with a layer of sweet sugar. Ah, I want them

had long given up on such calorie–packed treats. But Aster’s description tempted her a

change in her expression and suggested, “Why don’t we take

some fun with

Wendy yielded to the temptation of candled sweet potatoes.

for Aster, but this time with smaller portions.