Dylan took a deep breath before pushing open the door and entering Brew and Bake. Emma had insisted that she meet with Kat and that she’d be fine. With a nervous wipe of her palms on her pants, she scanned the area, stopping when she saw Kat wave.
What was she doing? This was crazy and absurd, so why did it feel so right? Things were complicated, and they hadn’t even started yet.
Kat stood and waited until Dylan sat before she retook her seat. “I’m glad you could make it.”
“I almost didn’t, but Emma practically shoved me out the door.”
“I’m glad. What do you want? I’ll get it.”
Dylan sat and watched Kat approach the counter and banter with the employee. She always seemed so at ease around people. She wished she could harvest some of Kat’s energy. A few minutes later, Kat was back, dep
