#Book Blitz #A Hallowed Date (A Coffee Break Mystery 3) by J.C.Valentine @Xpresso Book Tours18/10/2023
![]() A Hallowed Date
-- EXCERPT: The sound of footsteps had me glancing up to see Ryan shuffling up the walkway toward me, looking only slightly bleary-eyed. His dark hair was endearingly mussed from sleep. “Good morning, sunshine,” I said brightly, puzzled as to why he was gracing me with his presence. “To what do I owe the pleasure of your company this fine morning?” It wasn’t typical for us to converse most days, aside from a passing nod or hello. This was…unexpected. “I think I had too much of your magic brew last night,” he said, coming to sit in the vacant seat beside me, only a small wedge of an attached table standing between us. Ah, he was suffering a hangover. “Coffee?” I offered, feeling suddenly shy and somewhat sorry for overserving him. But at least we were talking. It was definitely a step in the right direction. Ryan gave me a lopsided grin. “You read my mind. I saw you sitting out here and figured I’d see if you’d pity me enough to offer a cup.” “I’m surprised you even left the house. Why didn’t you make your own pot?” He grimaced. “Tried. Would you believe I tripped over my own feet and broke it?” I covered a snicker with my hand. “Well, looks like your day isn’t starting off on the best foot, no pun intended. I’ll go fix you a cup. Black or with sugar?” “Two sugars and a splash of milk. You’re an angel,” he added, blinking up at me adoringly. I laughed outright this time and shook my head, then headed inside to retrieve his drink. Ryan’s morning might have been a monster, but mine was turning out pretty great so far. ![]()
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