It really helped to be able to check my email and Facebook, say hi to my friends.” Macy smiled up at Jerrod.“You’re welcome. I should have thought of it earlier.”“I would have brought my own laptop along, but it’s in the repair shop.”“Ah. Here we are.” He pointed ahead.They rounded the corner of the parking garage and were now facing the river. Two blocks away, on a wide strip of grass next to the seawall, she could see throngs of people moving between a dozen small white tents and a portable stage. Snatches of music drifted on the night air, and the mysterious smells of ethnic food made her mouth water. As they got closer she heard a voice on a loud speaker announcing the next band to play.“Am I walking too fast for you?” He looked pointedly at her sandals.“No. I’m fine.” She smiled.He carried a thick, plaid blanket over his right arm, creating an effective barrier between their bodies as they made their way along the sidewalk, but she was aware again of his tall strength, his unique masculine smell.
