I turned slowly and saw Nick, dressed in a loose blue short-sleeved shirt, khaki shorts, and brown sandals. He looked like he was on his way to the beach. He looked so relaxed and comfortable, it took my breath away. I had forgotten that he had asked me a question and shook my head to clear my thoughts.
“I was looking for some tongs. I need them for the muffins and cinnamon rolls and whatnot.” I motioned backward with my thumb and Nick nodded.
He looked as if he’d been caught off guard. My heart began racing and I wondered if there was something on me or in my teeth, but then I remembered this was probably the most dressed up he had ever seen me. This realization only made my heart race faster.
He closed his eyes for second, as if remembering how to speak, and finally responded. “Oh, ok
