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“Dad, are you home?”
Luke hurried down the stairs and into the kitchen. “Hey Jer. How was school?”
“It was fine.” Jeremiah took off his backpack and slung it across the kitchen table. He walked over to the fridge and pulled out a carton of orange juice.
Luke leaned over the counter. “How about the rescue?”
“Pretty good,” Jeremiah said, pouring the juice into a glass.
“That’s great to hear. I’m glad you found something you like doing for those community service hours. But you know at this point you’re going beyond what the court required you to sign up for, right?”
Jeremiah shrugged his shoulders. “I guess it turned out to be better than I thought it was going to be.”
“I told you it wouldn’t be that bad. You get to help animals, and you’ve always had a soft spot for dogs. And not to mention it, but who knew you’d be hanging out with a pretty girl at the same time? Now aren’t you glad you didn’t pick the highway cleanup job?”
Jeremiah chuckled and shook his head, acknowledging the truth in his father’s words. Luke was proud of the progress his son had made and even noticed he seemed less hostile than before. Maybe it was that pretty girl he was working with, but he didn’t want to pry too much.
“Do you have any plans tonight?” Luke asked.
Jeremiah walked over to put his glass in the sink. “No, I’ve got some homework to catch up on.”
“But it’s your night off. You don’t want to go out?”
“I guess not.”
“Hmm. Well, I’m going to meet up with a few friends in Savannah. Will you be alright here by yourself?”
“Yeah, Dad I’ll be alright. I’m not twelve.”
“Right. I know,” Luke said. “Sometimes I forget you can take care of yourself. I’ll leave you some money for pizza, or there’s still that leftover lasagna in the fridge.”
“I’ll figure something out.”
Luke pulled out his wallet and laid out two twenties on the counter. “I probably won’t be home until late.”
“Okay. Drive safe.”
Luke grabbed his keys and headed toward the front door, waving behind him as he went. It was a little strange Jeremiah wasn’t going out tonight, but he guessed he shouldn’t complain. If he was at home, that meant he was staying out of trouble.
As he stepped out into the driveway, a surge of excitement coursed through his veins. The evening ahead promised to be an unforgettable one, and he couldn’t wait to share it with the woman he loved. The car door opened with a satisfying click, and he slid into the driver’s seat, relishing the familiar feel of the steering wheel in his hands. The engine purred to life, and he took a deep breath, savoring the moment. The night was full of promise, and he was ready to seize it with both hands.
Luke’s heart raced with anticipation as he drove up I-95 toward Savannah. Emma was in for a surprise, and he couldn’t wait to see her reaction. The heliport they were heading to was just outside the city, and he hoped the traffic wouldn’t delay him from arriving before she did. He didn’t want her to show up to the airfield lost and confused.
Thankfully, luck was on his side, and he arrived well before the driver. The engine of his Range Rover hummed as he parked it in the lot and stepped out, the cool air tingling on his skin. He strode into the small building and met with the pilot, checking and rechecking every detail to make sure everything was perfect. It had all been arranged in just a few days, and he didn’t want anything to go wrong.
The pilot escorted Luke to the helipad just as a sleek black sedan pulled up. His heart raced as he watched the driver walk around to open the back door.
And then Emma emerged, breathtakingly beautiful in a long, black dress that hugged her curves in all the right places. Her dress was elegantly designed with a slit up the side, revealing a tantalizing glimpse of her leg. The v-neckline added a touch of sensuality to her look, making her even more irresistible to him.
Luke’s heart skipped a beat as she approached him, her smile illuminating her entire face. He struggled to find his words, his gaze locked on her dress, marveling at the way it complemented her fair complexion. He couldn’t help but think how lucky he was to be standing next to the most stunning woman he had ever laid eyes on.
Luke walked toward Emma, his heart racing as he took in her elegant appearance. “Wow, you look amazing,” he stuttered.
Emma put her hands on her hips, a hint of uncertainty in her voice. “Do you really think so?”
Luke stepped closer and put his arms around her, looking into her eyes. “I’ve never seen you wear a dress like this before. It’s stunning on you.”
Emma’s smile faltered as she crossed her arms. “Is it too much? I have a wrap I can put on.”
