Once the order came, we unpacked it together. I was surprised by how natural I was around him. I was doing everything I could to keep my guard up, but his presence made me comfortable. Once I started on dinner, he busied himself drafting ideas for the hotel. This man’s work ethic was unmatched, and I vowed to fill his belly with a warm meal. It was just something about a working man that made a woman want to feed him. Hours later, I put together chicken, parmesan, steamed vegetables, and salad. We were at the table making small talk. There was still something on my mind.
