Chapter 29: A New Friend

The next day, Lacey hurried down to breakfast. Although she wasn't usually hungry in the morning, she was starving this morning. In the grand dining room, a breakfast buffet was all set up, which included bacon and eggs, Danish, sausage, biscuits, and everything else under the sun. Lacey grabbed a plate and a cheese Danish, along with a cup of coffee, and sat at the nearest table. It was small and decorated with a fall centerpiece. Lacey took a sip of her coffee and sighed, loving the fresh, rich taste.... As well as a moment alone.

"Well, hello!"

Lacey's head snapped up and a guy with long, dark hair pulled back into a ponytail was standing next to the chair across from her. "Hello," she said, turning her attention back to her Danish.

A wholesome smile spread across his face. "Mind if I sit down?" He shrugged, holding a plate filled with meat and then swayed his head from side to side, waiting.

"Okay. Come on." Lacey laughed as she motioned toward the chair, and then went back to eati