He moved off the wooden porch running beside the house and waited for her to do the same. Mari stared in shock when he offered his arm for her to take.

Like a real, country gentleman. Damn.

She didn't want to act like there was anything wrong with their...err...walking tour, but she didn't want to touch him either. There was no telling what her brain or body would do if they actually made contact with the delectable rancher.

She looked up at him, and he ...