Think of this story as 'another world' with an alternative time line as well as baseline. Contains somethings that could be deemed as paranormal. There will be what some would consider violent scenes. Nothing gratuitous but necessary to the story line. *The resemblance to any people, places, and known histories is purely coincidental.

She wasn't looking for a relationship, but when she saw him... it was lust at first sight.She went for a workout at PF and got much more than her membership dues were worth. Feeling the vibe to her favourite cardio mix as she put her miles in on the elliptical. Watching as her heartbeat got into the optimum zone, she raised her eyes just in time to make eye contact with pair of hazel eyes. Normally she'd break contact and look at something else. But those eyes, that face... her eyes drifted down. Wow, he must work out religiously! Flawless, was the first word that came to mind. Tanned skin that looked sun kissed, natural not sprayed on. Dark hair cut short and thick, but with a definite curl. The kind you just can't resist putting the tips of your fingers in. Mouth currently smiling as she checked him out... Oops! She got caught, but by the amused look on his face he didn't mind at all. She felt her face heat up anyway, it was suddenly hotter. She tore her eyes away and looked back down at her numbers. Not surprisingly her heart rate has kicked up a notch. Breathe she tells herself, like it's her new mantra. Seconds pass, she slows her pace just a little till her heart rate is back in the zone. She takes a chance and glances just above the ellipticals display... but he's gone! Just the leg machine rests there, empty, where that gorgeous man had been just moments ago. Her disappointment was instant...