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Enjoying the Show
Chapter Four
Hailey sat across from Gage feeling more nervous than she had in years. She’d
changed her outfit six times before settling on a light blue floral sundress, one that
covered her respectably while still making her feel feminine. To her surprise and delight,
Gage stood when she met him at the table, waiting for the waiter to seat her. He wore a
short-sleeved red polo and tan slacks, his muscled forearms and biceps doing strange
things to her pulse.
In the dim light of the restaurant, he seemed a virtual Adonis. She’d never dated a
man this good looking before, and despite not liking to attract attention herself, she felt a
moment’s pride to be with someone so handsome. The moment she thought it, she
wanted to kick herself. Geez, that’s what she hated about the men who came on toher.
They only wanted her for her looks and were disappointed when sex wasn’t on the menu.
She needed to see past Gage’s face and body into the heart ofhim. If her freaking lust
would let her.
He cleared his throat. “You look nice.”
“Thank you. So do you.”
He nodded, then stared at the menu.Great conversation, Hailey. Just stimulating.
“It was a nice idea to come here, to Kincaid’s. I mean.” She flushed, suddenly
recalling just how she’d been coerced into attending.
He grinned, his lips inviting. “I’m a clever guy. Don’t let the looks fool you.”
She chuckled, surprised by his humor. The waiter arrived and took their drink orders.
After much thought, and her discussion with Sydney, she’d decided to enjoy herself
tonight. Gage wasn’t a regular date, and he’d been in her fantasies for longer than any
man ever had. What could be the harm in a pleasant dinner, anyway?
She ordered a glass of wine and noted he ordered a beer. Good, no hang ups about
alcohol. Her nerves jittered, and she admonished herself to calm down.Relax, have fun,
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