Nora stared in disbelief. “Sure. Why not?” A dozen reasons crossed her mind, starting with the one that confused her the most. She had to say no because she wanted to say yes. While sitting on the rock, she’d weighed the events of the day and come to a harsh conclusion. Before she opened her heart to anyone in High Plains, she had to establish herself as a physician. Why make friends if she’d be gone in a few weeks? Even more dangerous, why give her heart to a man who didn’t like her? Or did he? Nora didn’t know what to think. Zeb had just rescued her from trash duty. Considering his opinion of female doctors, the gesture made no sense. Earlier, looking at the mill, she’d made a silent vow to ignore him. She had to stand on her own and she would. Having supper with him would only complicate the situation. “Thank you,” she said. “But I can’t accept.” “Why not?” The reasons seemed obvious. “For one thing, we don’t like each other.” His eyes twinkled with amusement.
