Chapter 7
Before David sent Rachel on her way that Sunday afternoon, he made sure he had her phone number and promised to call her soon. Then, lightheaded with exhilaration, he got back on the freeway, completely forgetting about the empty gas tank that had prompted his exit in the first place. Luckily, just as his car started to sputter and cough, he spotted an offramp and was able to coast down into the self-serve station that stood at the bottom.
Once home, David took a long, hot shower, dressed in clean sweats, and whipped up a refreshing fruit smoothie. Then, making himself comfortable in his favorite chair, he dialed Rachel's number.
"Hello?" came Rachel's voice across the line, sounding a bit breathless and very sexy.
“It's me. David.”
Her laugh sounded warm, spontaneous, invit
