Love To The Rescue by Brenda Sinclair Page A

go into cardiac arrest.” Kevin ruffled Rover’s ear with his hand.
    “I’m going to call Mrs. Swainson at the Humane Society tomorrow and report Rover’s progress. She’ll never believe how well this dog is doing.”
    “Let’s test him a little further,” suggested Kevin, taking Amy’s mug from her hand and setting it on the coffee table.
    “Okay,” said Amy, somewhat hesitantly. “What do you have in mind?”
    “Just this...” Kevin reached out with his left hand and gently lifted her chin. He leaned forward and kissed her lips.
    Amy heard herself sigh aloud.
    “So far, so good. Or else Rover hasn’t noticed,” he mumbled, barely removing his lips from hers.
    Amy chuckled at his comment. “Keep testing him,” she whispered.
    “Excellent suggestion.” Kevin wrapped his arms around her and continued where he’d left off.
    In no time, their kisses intensified. He reached out and cupped her breast. It had been so long that, even through her dress, the sensation muddled her wits. Thank goodness for clingy dress material, she thought. She slipped her hand inside his suit jacket and ran her fingers up his back. His body heat on her hand caused a small shiver to run up her spine. Soon, they were both breathing heavily.
    Oh, God, she thought, what if he doesn’t want to stop.
    Oh, God, what if he does.
    As if he’d heard her thoughts, Kevin broke contact with her mouth and removed his hand from her breast.
    “Whoa! I’d better head home or there’s no telling where this could lead. Actually, I know exactly where it will lead, and I realize you’re not ready for that.”
    Amy touched her lips with her fingers. She could still feel his lips plundering her own. “Thank you for the insight. You’re right. I enjoyed our date immensely, but...”
    “I know. Besides, it’s almost midnight, and I’ve got the morning shift, testifying at a court case.” Kevin stood and pulled Amy to her feet. Rover leapt up and followed them to the front door where the dog sat quietly beside his new owner.
    “Have you heard anything more about the guy who broke in here? I’m hoping his parents put him in rehab.”
    Kevin stood there, appearing stunned for a moment. “I’m not at liberty to discuss the case. Sorry.”
    Amy sighed. “Despite the fact he almost frightened me to death, I hope the teen gets some help.”
    “Me, too.” Kevin wrapped his arms around her. “Good night. I really enjoyed our date, and meeting the furry guy, too.”
    “I had a great time. Thank you for inviting me.”
    Kevin kissed Amy goodnight with the same intensity as before. Her feelings for this wonderful man were deepening every time she encountered him. Was he feeling something equally strong for her? When he ended the kiss, she felt slightly dizzy and thoroughly breathless. She’d never understood the term ‘knock your socks off’ before tonight. Kissing this guy could become a very pleasant habit.
    Kevin bent over and petted the dog. “Good night, Rover. Pleasure meeting you.”
    Rover tipped his head back and peeked up into Kevin’s eyes. And then he stuck out his right paw.
    “Oh my God, he’s never done that before,” exclaimed Amy, and her eyes filled with tears. “Kevin, he wants you to ‘shake a paw’.”
    Kevin clasped the dog’s paw and dutifully shook it. “Goodnight, Rover. I’ll see you again real soon.”
    And then he met Amy’s eyes. “I’ll be calling on you again, too.”
    “I’d like that. Very much.” Amy felt herself beaming while she brushed the tears away. Rover had made enormous strides with Kevin tonight, and she couldn’t contain her happiness. “I can’t tell you how much I’ve enjoyed this date. Thank you again.”
    “You’re welcome.” Kevin wiped away one remaining tear with his thumb. “Happy tears I assume.”
    She nodded her head.
    “Good night then.” He stepped outside, strode down the curved walkway, whistling as he climbed into his car.
    Amy noticed him wave from the