While Luca was using a red marker to circle dates and draw a tighter circle around a name he'd already underlined twice, he heard the soft sound of approaching footsteps. Thinking it was just Laura moving about doing something, he didn't look up right away. But the movement got closer to the open library door.
Laura stepped in again, but she wasn't empty-handed. This time, she carried a golden tray loaded with snacks, juice, and water. And on her face was a neutral, beaming smile that would make it difficult for anyone to be annoyed.
The truth was, Laura couldn't help but be nosy in Luca's matters. Her curiosity was like a magnet pulling her back into the room to see those secret files again.
But she was smart about it.
