Dane slipped the car into an available parking spot, watching for any police. He"d sped the entire way back from Ottawa, trying to arrive before the night was over.
But the risk was worth it—Andrea.
There were still a goodly number of cars in the parking lot, a few people straggling out of the pub as he made his way up the steps. It was getting late, but maybe he"d be able to surprise her...
A burst of warm air washed over him as he stepped inside, scanning the front room. The larger room to the right was emptying out, an oddity for this time of night. Usually, a game would still be going, at least for another hour or two.
Jake was standing behind the bar, frowning. As soon as he spotted Dane, the bartender/owner waved him over. "Just missed Andi."
"Hell. I was hoping to..." He saw Cl
