As they waited at the counter, Crystal turned to him.“You’re right.I have a million excuses about why we won’t work, but maybe we can figure them out.I’m willing to try.”
He stroked a strand of hair from her forehead, his gaze caressing her.“Me too.”
“I suppose we should start with you meeting my family.After donuts, we’ll do just that.”
Something dark stole into his eyes.Was it fear?
“You okay?”she asked.
“Fine.”He gave her a reassuring smile, but she wasn’t sure she entirely bought it.
Theywouldfigure it out.What could go wrong?