Chapter 28

Warning Rated PG+18

"It’s open, Diane. I’m just finishing up the-"

"It’s not Diane," comes Dave’s silky, masculine voice.

"Oh…" I say, a little embarrassed.

"Sorry to disappoint you."

"It’s fine," I reply, dropping my gaze back down to my computer.

"I was wondering if you would like to join me for lunch? There is a really nice coffee shop just down the street."

I am not sure if I should accept his offer. I am petrified about my mixed feelings for him and getting too close might ignite a fire that neither of us can diffuse.

But on the other hand, I am so intrigued by him that I kind of want to get to know him.

I want to see if there is another side to Dave Brown. A side that does not include dapper suits and an arrogant attitude.

"Okay," I finally said, daring to look back up at him.

He chisels out a broad smile. "After you…"

"So, how is your day going?" Dave turns to me while leaning against the back of the elevator.

I clasp my hands together and avoid eye contact. "It’s going pretty