Chapter 6Bear did a mental fist pump when he saw the result. “Well done. You’ve lost two and a half pounds!” He looked up at Pete, who’d closed his eyes after stepping on the scales.
“Really?” Pete snapped his eyes open, pensive expression instantly transforming into a beautiful smile.
“Your hard work is paying off.” Bear noted the weight change in Pete’s book and handed it, plus Pete’s membership card, back.
“Thanks to you.” The fond look Pete gave him made Bear feel warm and proud. The smile was replaced by a frown. “Wish I could stay to group but Gran’s just out of the convalescent home and I don’t like to leave her longer than I have to.”
Bear nodded his understanding. Conscious of others waiting to be weighed, he quickly asked, “You’re getting close to your first stone.” He grinne
