34

Nerthus

“Good evening, Rajid.” I shout as a greeting while stepping into the small convenience store.

“Oh, hello, Amber. Long time no see.” The owner of the store waves at me from behind the counter.

“What are you up to tonight?” He asks me while I scroll through the shelves for the ingredients that I need.

“Baking cookies!” I say elatedly.

As I grab a few ingredients from the shelves and get to the fridge to take a bottle of milk, I can sense Rajid’s demeanor shift uncomfortably.

I guess my hulk has entered the store.

Putting all the things I gathered on the counter, I smile at Rajid brightly. He starts to scan the items as Arawn steps behind me.

“What’s all of this?” He murmurs as he checks out my selection.

“A surprise.” I grin up at him and he shakes his head.

“I don’t like surprises.”

“Ha! You will like this one.” I chuckle, turning