Chapter Eleven Paul was still reeling from Dr. Lamb’s interruption. It was the second time he’d been in kissing distance of Madison, and the man had stepped in and blocked him. The dark side of the force was really trying to get at him today. Interestingly enough, Paul had been virtually helpless each time he was near enough to Madison to steal a kiss. But somehow, helpless was the last thing he felt when he was close to that woman. Madison’s touch brought Paul back to life. Her smile made him feel as though he could conquer an advancing army of insurgents. What was wrong with him—whatever it was—he knew it was temporary. Just an annoying blip on his way to a life with Madison Gray. One day soon, he’d stand tall and sweep her off her feet. He felt it in his bones. His toes tingled with

