Chapter 14
As soon as they were clear of the crowds around the lighting ceremony, Dak slowed down enough so that Memory didn’t feel as if she was running to keep up. He also let go of her hand, which Memory disliked more than she would’ve ever voiced. He looked both ways as he led her across the street on the north side of the square. Vick’s Diner was only a few blocks this direction, and even though it was cold, moving made it feel warmer.
“Where’s your car?” she asked, partially making conversation and also wondering if he intended to walk all the way to the diner or was just headed to his vehicle.
“In the lot next to the diner.”
“How did you know I’d say yes?” She crossed the street, and they took to the sidewalk. There was no traffic since most everyone else was still chatting, but
