“Say 'provoking' again. Your mouth looks provocative when you do.”

“Keep in mind that people change, but the past doesn't.”

“But if I hadn't fallen, I wouldn't have met you.”

“You smell good, too,” said Patch It’s called a shower.” I was staring straight ahead. When he didn’t answer, I turned sideways. “Soap. Shampoo. Hot water.” Naked. I know the drill.”