Natasha's mood finally improved after the compliment. She crossed her arms and smirked. "Of course! I never half-ass anything I do. That being said, I have no interest in running a pasta shop.

"Unless, of course, the owner is a certain coward who likes to stare but doesn't have the guts to act. Then, I might consider retiring and settling down with him!"

Andrew's face darkened. "And who exactly are you calling a coward?"

"You!" Natasha shot back without hesitation, even puffing out her ch