She shook her head. “He’s a doctor at the children’s hospital where I volunteer.”

His surprise must have shown on his face and she coloured further. “I have a little side business,” she explained. “I’m a children’s entertainer.”

“Like kids’ parties?”

She nodded. “And I spend some time at the children’s hospital with the sick kids trying to brighten their days a little.”

“Smart, beautiful and kind,” he murmured. The woman surprised ...