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I knew I should do as he asked, begged, and walk in the opposite direction, never to see him again.

Several years ago, that was precisely what I’d have done.

Hell, several hours ago, that was what I’d have done.

But something flipped inside of me tonight. Maybe every woman was born with a switch that wasn’t powered until she turned forty. More likely, it was Naomi’s encouragement in the form of a Forty, Fabulous, and Free list that was currently shoved into my back pocket. Her voice rang in my head, urging me to finally choose myself.

“Wait!” I called out.

He stilled, wavering on his feet as he slowly turned toward me, gaze focused on mine.

Rocking back and forth on my heels, I fidgeted with the hem of my shirt, biting my lower lip. I nodded toward the bottle.

“Is it too late to take you up on your offer?”

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