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muffins, then even very health-conscious people can enjoy something. Hopefully, everyone will be talking about Kupcake,” Hannah babbled.
    “Kupcake? Both the protein bars and the name sound great, I’m so proud of you,” Jay gazed fondly at Hannah. “I’m going to get some paperwork done and I’ll call you later.”
    “See you later, love you,” Hannah replied without thinking. She blushed; it was the first time either of them had said the L word.
    “I love you too, Han. I’m so glad we’re building a future together.” Jay turned and left the shop, leaving a crimson Hannah in the bakery.
    Before having any time to process what just happened, Hannah heard a very familiar voice.
    “Hey, Span!” Alfie greeted Hannah with her usual nickname. Hannah Spanner seemed to have stuck since primary school, but Hannah didn’t mind.
    “Hi, Alf! Wow, you’re getting so big! I still can’t believe you’re the same kid from school. What happened to the chubby boy I used to know? When did he become six feet of solid muscle?” Hannah asked.
    “Thanks, Span. Well, I guess I’ve been listening to you, Miss Nutritionist. I really appreciate all your help. Is Jay around?” Alfie asked.
    “You’ve missed him by seconds, Alf. He’s gone to do some paperwork. How come you want to see Jay? I didn’t realise you really knew each other,” frowned Hannah.
    “Oh just car and gym stuff, nothing exciting,” mumbled Alfie, not meeting Hannah’s eye. “These cupcakes look amazing; shame I’d have to spend an hour in the gym working them off,” he said, changing the subject.
    “Well maybe you’re in luck! I have something new I’ve been working on for you and the other health freaks. How about I give you a free one, as a sample? You’ve been working so hard, you definitely deserve it. I’m really proud of you.”
    “What is it?”
    “Coconut protein bars.” Hannah smiled, knowing Alfie was interested. He always had a sweet tooth growing up. He could enjoy these without feeling guilty. “There’s only one catch; you have to tell me how they are, so I can sell them here. Deal?”
    “Deal! They sound amazing, your cakes are the best. You had me at free, to be honest,” laughed Alfie, gratefully taking the delicious looking bar from Hannah. “I’ll probably be back in here tomorrow to buy ten!”
    Hannah smiled, this day just got better and better. Alfie liked chatting to anyone and everyone. He’d tell all the guys at the gym about her bars. Jay would be even prouder of her then.
    Before she knew it; the day was over. She stifled a yawn, said goodbye to Steph and made her way home. Crawling into bed, Hannah checked her phone. Six missed calls, wow. She kept it on silent when she worked and rarely checked it; it was unusual that someone would try and get hold of her on her phone. Everyone just popped into the shop, including her mother. Scrolling through her call history, she saw three calls from Jay and three from Simon, Alfie’s best friend who they had both gone to school with. Trembling slightly, she saw her screen flash again, with Jay’s name. Scared that something was wrong, her heart beating quickly, she answered the call.
    “Hello?”
    “Han, Han are you there?” Jay’s voice, frantic and desperate echoed down the line.
    “I’m here, what’s happened? I have six missed calls. Are you okay?”
    “I’m okay, I promise. I have some bad news though Han, I don’t know how to tell you.”
    “Tell me what? Please, don’t keep things from me.” Hannah’s voice became hoarse, her fears confirmed that something was wrong.
    “It’s Alfie. He was rushed to hospital earlier. I ran into Simon and he told me. We both thought you needed to know. We wanted you to get there on time, that’s why we called you so much. I’m so sorry Han, he didn’t make it. Alfie passed away. Han? Han?”
    Hannah was silent, shock and fear spreading through her veins like ice. Alfie was dead. No. It couldn’t be. She had