Page 103 of The Baking Games

Maybe the producers will give it to me.

Maybe I will text her in a week and ask how she’s doing.

Or maybe she thinks I’m a royal jerk.

I have no idea.

SAVANNAH

I hate airports. There are way too many people everywhere, and somebody is always coughing or sneezing. I do not want to get sick. I want to go home, wait for my big check, sign my cookbook deal, talk to Keira and Keaton about their wedding in a few weeks, and see my sister.

It’s going to be a busy time. Lots to look forward to!

But I can’t stop thinking about Rhett.

His broad shoulders. Those blue eyes that look like ocean swirls. The way his cologne smells.

Ugh. Why can’t things work out like the movies?

Why didn’t he chase my car down the street? Why didn’t he profess his love to me?

I consider myself somewhat of a feminist, so I suppose I could’ve professed my love to him.

Wait. I love Rhett Jennings? Is that true? It sure feels true.

I step onto the airplane and look for my seat, ready to get home and spend a few days relaxing with Sadie.

She can quit her job and focus on school. I can go tell Big Thelma I’m done being her punching bag. That makes me smile.

I find my seat and settle in. I hope no one sits next to me. I like having space around me. Having strangers pushed up against me is not my idea of a good time.

I start allowing myself to think of names for my new bakery. Will I stay in the suburbs or open it somewhere else? Somewhere with new memories to be made?

“Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen. This is your captain speaking. On behalf of the entire crew, welcome aboard Flight 1683, non-stop service to Atlanta. We are now ready to depart, and the cabin door is securely closed. Please make sure that all your carry-on items are stowed either in the overhead compartments or under the seat in front of you, and that your seat belts are fastened.

We ask that you turn off all electronic devices or switch them to airplane mode at this time. Please also ensure that your seat backs and tray tables are in their full upright and locked positions.

The weather en route looks favorable, but we may encounter some turbulence, so please keep your seat belts fastened whenever you are seated.

In just a few moments, our flight attendants will be passing through the cabin to perform a final safety check and to demonstrate the safety features of this aircraft. We appreciate your attention to this important demonstration.

We are committed to making your flight comfortable and enjoyable. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the flight.”

Time to go home.

Four weeks later

SAVANNAH

I’ve done the hard part, but my heart is still racing. Being at a celebrity wedding in New York City wasn’t on my list of things I would ever do. But here I stand next to Keira and Keaton, two of the world’s biggest celebrities, while they cut their wedding cake.

I will be in their wedding photos, and the magazine spread about their wedding. How insane is that?

Sadie waves at me from across the room. Keira and Keaton were so kind to invite her, too. They really are the nicest people.

The crowd erupts as they push pieces of cake into each other’s mouths. I slowly creep away, wanting to be out of the limelight. I had my fifteen minutes of fame, and that was quite enough for me.

“This is so amazing!” Sadie yells over music that just started blaring out of the speakers nearby.

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