“Thanks for bringing me here. This really is the best ice cream I’ve ever had.” An intensity I didn’t recognize glittered in his eyes at my strategic retreat. “You’re welcome.” He dipped his chin toward my cone. “I’ve never had that flavor.” I took a big bite of creamy fruit deliciousness and spoke with my mouth full. “Wanna taste?” “Yes.” His big hand wrapped around mine on the cone, but instead of lifting it, Noah lowered his head toward me. He claimed my mouth in a soul-shattering kiss.

