Chapter 23-2

Marley nodded. Her eyes roamed the room again before she settled for a booth next to a corner window. Wringing out her damp, stringy hair once she took her seat, Tammy placed a menu in front of her. "It's raining cats and dogs out there," the waitress marvelled, squinting out the window. "But then again, it's what I get for settling in Providence. Can I start you off with..." Behind Marley's back, the doorbell dinged again. Aiden. The waitress' eyes rounded as she popped her hip out against the edge of the table, watching his approach behind her. "I never forget a face, and certainly not one like yours." She smiled. "Good to see you again, dear." "Leo isn't with me this time," Aiden replied as he tore off his jacket, setting over the edge of the booth before taking the seat across from Marley. "So, I'm sure this visit will be more pleasant," he joked. "Nonsense," she laughed airily, while Marley glanced between them, a little confused. "It's good to know as a