Without dropping his hand from Lindsay’s waist, Henry leaned in to kiss Shannon’s cheek. “Congratulations, Shannon. You were amazing tonight, and I can’t wait to see what’s in your future.”
“Thank you, Henry.”
“Thank you, Bill, Mary, for an incredible night,” Lindsay said, briefly stepping away from Henry to embrace them. “And Pat and Aelissm, I can’t even begin to describe how wonderful it was to see you both again. But it’s time Henry and I head home to tackle the rest of our plans for the night.”
With a wink, Aelissm said, “We certainly don’t want to keep you. Hopefully we’ll see you back in Northstar soon?”
She slid her gaze to Henry with that last part. He nodded, and she grinned in reply.
“I hope so,” Lindsay replied, oblivious of the silent conversation between her date and his
