She switched her thoughts back to the safer subject of the food. “Something smells delicious.”
“Thanks. You caught me on a clean day. I do like a good shower now and again.”
She laughed easily and approached the divider. Something deep inside pushed her to get closer. Thankfully, the sun had almost sunk below the horizon, and the evening breeze cooled her down. The scent of the raw steak waiting to go over the coals was delectable. Was she really salivating over the uncooked meat? She usually liked her food well-done and practically burned to a crisp. But right now, her mind screamed it would be a crime to even put the meat on the grill.
He gave his attention to his preparations again then swiveled his gaze back to her and said,
“At the risk of another rejection, I have an extra steak
