Rafe takes my hand in his. His eyes burn bright, his gaze filling me with heat.

"All right, then." I don't know how it's possible, but his voice seems even deeper than before. He slides off his stool and pulls me down off mine. His fingers close around mine, enveloping my hand in warmth. A thrill runs through my body.

I can't believe I'm doing this. But I want to show myself that I can.

He leads me through the crowded diner. I feel like every eye is on ...