Seraphina's POV
I led Alicia to a cozy table by the window, and we settled into the cushioned pink chairs. Alicia was still looking around with wide eyes, taking in every sparkly, pretty detail.
"What would you like, little cutie?" I asked her gently.
"Can I have chocolate cake?" she asked, her eyes hopeful. "The one with the strawberries?"
"Of course."
I caught Hazel's attention and placed our order. She bounced off enthusiastically, humming a cheerful tune as she disappeared into the back.
Minutes later, she returned with a tray carrying two slices of the most gorgeous chocolate cake I'd ever seen, along with coffee for me and juice for Alicia.
"Here you go, my lovely ladies!" Hazel sang out, setting everything down with a flourish.
"Thank you!" Alicia said immediately, her eyes glued to the cake.
As Hazel turned to leave, I called out, "Hazel, wait a moment."
She spun back around, tilting her head curiously. "Yeah? What's up?"
