Bethany felt a little awkward. “Well, it was really nice meeting you.”“It was nice meeting you too, Bethany,” Caleb replied warmly. “Do you plan on staying in town long?”“I hope so. I’m looking to settle down here—at least, that’s the plan.”“What about family?” one of his friends asked.“No, it’s just me,” she said, then instantly regretted her honesty. Why was she spilling her life story to strangers—especially ones she barely knew? She refocused her attention on Caleb. There was something about him that put her at ease, even if he was almost intimidatingly handsome. Strong, quiet, but not threatening. He made her feel... safe.“It was really nice to meet you,” she said again, just to prolong their conversation.She offered her hand, and he took it. The warmth of his touch lingered, and for a moment, neither of them wanted to let go.“I hope I see you again,” she said softly.“You will,” Caleb said, his voice steady. “You can count on that.”His friends got up from the booth, gath
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