Chapter 117

"I have no idea," Elliot said. "Don't worry about them." "Let's get a bigger one, then!" Avery said. "Ten inches, maybe?" Elliot turned to the shop assistant and said, "Ten inches." "Sure thing. Are you guys on a date? You look cute together," said the shop assistant with a smile. A wave of embarrassment washed over Avery's face, turning her porcelain skin ruby red. On the other hand, Elliot glanced at the desserts on display and asked, "Do you want to get anything else to bring home?" "It's fine…" Avery answered. "Go ahead and get something for your mother." Avery noticed the rosy tint in Elliot's cheeks, chuckled to herself, then said, "Sure! I'll get something." They left the bakery an hour later. Elliot was holding the cake with an uncomfortable expression on his face. There were not many people out on the streets. The temperature outside was around 41 degrees Fahrenheit, but the warmth from the sprouting love helped him fight the cold. When they arrived at the restaur