Flour and Flirtation

Donovan leaned in a bit, meeting Valerie's eyes.

He blinked, gazing at her intently.

If Valerie had looked up, she would have caught the softness in his eyes, which was so gentle that it could sweep her away.

But Valerie was too focused on her task to notice Donovan's puppy-dog eyes, overflowing with affection.

Donovan let himself drink her in, taking advantage of the moment to admire her openly.