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Before Mr. Stanton could offer his arm, Stephen pushed forward, grasping her by the hand she began to hold out. She blinked in surprise at the quick movement. “Let me,” he said.
She blinked again, then nodded slowly. Mr. Stanton moved out of the way.
Holding her gently by the hand, his other hand on her shoulder, Stephen helped her to her feet. Once she was standing, he scooped her off her feet and she gasped in surprise, clinging to his neck.
“Perhaps you should give me some warning before you do that again,” she said breathlessly.
He couldn’t help the smile. “That would only defeat the purpose, Hannah,” he said as he began to make his way to the door, Mr. Stanton following.
“What purpose is that?”
“To see that surprised look on your face. Which is exactly what happened.”
She smiled only a little, slapping him lightly on the chest. “You keep that up, Stephen, and I just might get you back one day.”
His grin broadened. “I look forward to it, Hannah.”
