Unspoken Tension

Just then, the waiter brought over a fresh round of drinks and set them down gently on the edge of the table.

Valerie reached for the mango juice, and as her fingers touched the cool glass, another hand reached over first.

Desmond's warm palm landed on the back of her hand, the sudden warmth making them both pause for a second.

Valerie pulled her hand back almost instantly. Desmond didn't say anyt