Once Paige was gone, Blake turned to Bianca and apologized, “Sorry about that. She’s getting older and loves playing matchmaker. Please don’t take it personally.”

“I understand,” Bianca replied with a sympathetic smile. It was typical of women like Paige to enjoy matchmaking.

At that moment, Blake, tall and strong, leaned forward slightly. He extended his right hand toward Bianca invitingly, offering her a warm smile.

“Would you like to join me for a dance?”

Bianca watched as ...