Unfamiliar Warmth

Tessa let out a low cry, yanked Vance forward, and rushed to the sink where she turned on the faucet, letting the cold water cascade over his burned hand.

His right hand was turning red. It was obvious that coffee was piping hot.

Vance murmured, "Got leads on your brother?"

Tessa was stunned. "The military did find something, but your hand comes first right now! You really need to hold your cup st