Brooke’s walk was refreshing and she was able to calm down after the attempted abduction. Even with Roger trailing behind her, she felt as if she were alone. That was exactly what she needed.

Penn had been quiet on the way home and she had left him alone with his thoughts. She’d been traumatized by the situation, but she’d made a promise to him and she would keep it.

The men after her were real.

Her growing feelings for Penn were real also and she needed some space ...