Page 37 of Nate

Markie smiled. “I’m impressed you remembered.”

When he grinned, her heart hit her ribs. What was it with this town?

“I never forget a face or a name. How are you?”

“I’m just fine. You?”

“Same.”

“Are you working today?”

“No, ma’am. I’m usually off on weekends. I just wanted something sweet this morning.”

“I can understand that. This is my first time in here and I think I just made a big mistake.” She grinned when he chuckled.

“I understand that. I need to get a ticket.” He nodded at her, then walked toward the dispenser and removed a ticket.

“Hi, Case,” a pretty blonde behind the counter called out.

“Good morning, JoJo. How are you and Brett doing?”

“Just great. I’ll be with you soon.”

“No problem.”

“You just reminded me I need to make a doctor appointment.”

“I’m not sure how to take that, JoJo,” Caysen said with a laugh.

“Well, your aunt is my ob/gyn.”

When Caysen shook his head, everyone in the bakery laughed. He walked to where Markie sat.

“Do you mind if I sit down?”

“No, please do. So, your aunt is an ob/gyn?”

“Yes. She’s married to my father’s brother. Everyone calls her Doc Anderson.”

“I need to find one.” Markie grinned as Caysen shook his head.

“I know she’s my aunt and I know what she does, but I am not discussing her job.”

Markie laughed. “I’m teasing you. I do need to see her though.”

“Please stop.”

“It’s too easy, but I will stop. I get it.” Markie sighed. “Although, I would rather see a woman gynecologist than a man.” She giggled when he narrowed his eyes at her. “I’ll quit.”

“Thank God.” Caysen sighed.

“So, I noticed that woman called you Case.”

“Most people do. Deacon goes by Deke, and Hudson goes by Hud. Except when we’re in trouble.”

“With your parents?”

“Our dad or our boss. Our mom isn’t around.”

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