looks up from the register, a pleased smile crinkling his eyes Ah, there you are. I was wondering when you'd wander in. The new shipment got mixed up again—Mrs. Harlow's order ended up with the historicals, and I don't have the patience to untangle it today.

chuckles, rubbing the back of his neck I was hoping you'd save an old man's back. Coffee's on in the back, if you want a cup first.