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“I’m so confused right now,” Adalyn spoke. “You’re opening a flower shop?”

“Yep.” I popped my lips.

“Do you know anything about flowers?” Colin asked.

“Yes, she does,” Adalyn replied. “She can make a flower arrangement like nobody’s business. I can’t believe this.” She placed her hand over her mouth. “You’re moving here.” Tears filled her eyes as she stood up, walked over to where I sat, and wrapped her arms around me. “I’m so happy.”

“Me too.” I smiled. “I wrote out my business plan earlier. Now, I need to go to the bank and pray they’ll give me a business loan.”

“They will,” Colin said. “Harbor Falls needs a flower shop. Make sure you talk to Phil at the bank. He’s the senior loan officer.”

“Thanks, Colin. I will.”

“Fashion designer turned floral designer. I’m so excited.” Luis beamed with excitement.

“Congratulations, darling. Let me know if you want me to review your business plan.” Alfred smiled.

“That would be great, Alfred. We can look it over after dinner.”

After we ate and each had a slice of cake, I sat at the table with Alfred while he reviewed my business plan.

“This is really good, Hannah. I don’t think you’ll have any problem getting the loan,” he said.

“Where are you going to live?” Adalyn asked, pouring me another glass of wine. “You’re more than welcome to live with us. Right, Colin?”

“Of course. Our home is your home.” A smile crossed his face.

“I appreciate that, but I’ll be getting my own place. Once I get the loan for the shop, I’ll have Gloria show me some houses if I can afford them.”

“Mom is going to flip out,” Adalyn said. “When are you telling her?”

“I don’t know,” I said, chewing my bottom lip.

Luis and Alfred left, and Colin took Noah into the living room. Turning on the TV, he sat on the couch with him in his arms.

“He’s going to make a wonderful dad someday.” I smiled.

“Yeah, he is.” Adalyn hooked her arm around me. “I still can’t believe you’re giving up fashion design. It’s always been your dream.”

“Things change. Dreams change. Instead of clothing, I’ll be designing floral arrangements.” I smiled.

“There’s one thing I’m worried about,” Adalyn said.

“What’s that?”

“You’re a city girl. Life in a small town is completely different.”

“I know, and it’s time this city girl settles down. I really got to thinking about my life and things after what Matthew did to me. It’s time for a change, and if anyone can understand that, it’s you.”

“I know.” Adalyn grinned. “I just hope you don’t get bored here.”

“I won’t. I already have friends here and have a new shop to focus on. Besides, when I’m here, I feel a sense of peace I’m not sure I’ve ever felt before.”

Adalyn tightened her grip around me. “I know. It’s an amazing feeling.”

“Do me a favor and don’t mention this to Annie yet. I don’t want the entire town knowing before I even get the loan.”

“Trust me. I won’t.” She laughed.

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