Chasing His Kickass Luna Back novel Chapter 284

His words give me pause. Our eyes lock, and for a moment, I’m lost in his brown gaze. But then, I realize that he’s right; Logan just wants to throw me off my game. This isn’t the cook-off. There are no fellow contestants switching my spices, no real reason to let one judge’s comments make me doubt everything.

But that doesn’t mean that I can’t go outside the box for the entree. Suddenly, I have an idea, and a grin spreads across my face.

“I’ve got it,” I whisper.

…

“So, Abby, what’s on the menu for the entree?” Vanessa asks, her voice carrying a note of genuine curiosity that helps unwind the nerves that have settled in my stomach.

I glance up, a smile touching my lips. It’s not what I planned for tonight, but I just know it’ll work.

“Stuffed chicken breast with a side of rosemary potatoes and sauteed green beans.”

Logan makes a face. “We asked you for something outside of the box, Abby,” he says, his voice almost a hiss. “And you choose chicken, potatoes, and green beans?”

I nod, ignoring his jabs. “I did.”

Xavier speaks up before Logan can retort and leans in, peering at the herbs I’m laying out on the counter. “Interesting choice. I assume you’ll find a way to wow us, to make this dish a real standout, correct?”

I nod, my hands already deftly prepping the chicken breast. “I will. You’ll see.”

Logan’s expression is unreadable, his eyes following my knife, but says nothing.

Vanessa grins. “Well I, for one, love this dish. I’m excited to see how you make it your own, Abby. A twist on a classic.”

The chicken is now seasoned and ready for the pan, sizzling as it hits the heat. “The surprise is a hint of lion’s mane.”