He could almost see her skeptical brain turning over his offer. Was she questioning his motivation? She should question his sanity. “Sure,” she finally said. “Why not.” “Great!” He released her and set to getting ready to motor out. He let out his breath slowly as he cast off the bow line. She was so wary of him, he wouldn’t have been surprised if she’d run away. Except she was too determined to get answers. He hadn’t lied. Taking her out on the boat seemed the safest location for sharing his tale. But when he’d held her hand, the pull of attraction was powerful. She was brave and yet so vulnerable he wanted to tuck her in his pocket. He couldn’t seem to resist her. Stupid. No future in it. She sure as hell didn’t encourage him. But her eyes did darken and flicker with heat. As he released the stern line, two men back by the harbor office shed caught his eye. The harbormaster was talking to the workman named Brandon who’d spoken to Kevin at the Wheelhouse. The two men were staring at the Amy Jo but then turned away, still in conversation.
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