One morning after an appointment, a storm broke out of nowhere. Rain pounded against the car roof, turning the world outside into a blur of gray. Liam parked, jumped out, and ran around to her side. His hand caught hers as he pulled her through the downpour.

The moment his fingers closed around hers, she froze inside. It was such a simple touch, but it burned like fire, leaving a trail of want in its wake.

They stumbled onto the porch, breathless and soaked. The rain was loud, the world ...