He lifted her so precipitously, Beth stumbled onto the platform, colliding with him. He held her steady…she stared at him in a daze…and after several moments the clerk and engineer cleared their throats awkwardly. Coming to her senses, Beth moved back. With a sardonic smile, Devon released her hands and turned to the clerk and engineer. Beth took the opportunity to discreetly flex her fingers, which thrummed with the sensation of his touch. Villain, she reminded herself. Rival. Pretty, her heart replied with a sigh.
