~Riya~

Almost two years had passed since I first walked through the doors of Dorian Steele’s restaurant, Classy Dinnings.

Time had changed me.

The girl who once stumbled between waiting tables and washing dishes was gone. I had become a professional, calm, precise, and confident in the kitchen. Dorian had promoted me to chef months ago, and somehow, I’d earned his trust. Leanna and I ran the kitchen with care, keeping the staff in order and the customers satisfied.

Although we weren't ...