Arthur's shop had remained stubbornly fixed in time since its opening in 1969. It hadn't changed, and neither had he. But that was all poised for alteration with the arrival of Franco, a spirited young man who charmed his way into Arthur’s …

The unexpected success of the new flavors propelled Arthur back into the spotlight, though he felt a persistent need to prove his continued relevance. He resolved to craft a truly original concoction. Meanwhile, Fawz dedicated himself to de…

The news of Fawz’s shop being robbed spurred Arthur into action. He spoke of bolstering his own defenses, a matter of practical necessity in a world that often felt precarious. But when Arthur’s preparations seemed to culminate in the acqui…

James regretted confiding in Randy. After she shared a private matter with other officers at the station, he now deeply regretted trusting her with it. He watched as Franco prepared the shop's bank deposit, a knot of unease tightening i…

The building’s new owner, Fawz, had plans for a transformation: converting the apartments into high-end condominiums. Randy, meanwhile, was contemplating a more personal recalibration. She recognized that cultivating a better relationship w…