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hair. Better check that and her makeup before Lucas started to pound on the door, she thought.
    She was just giving her hair a finishing touch with hairspray when he knocked. With a sigh, she straightened her back and went to answer.
    Lucas about swallowed his tongue. Kensie was gorgeous. The dress she wore molded her body perfectly and showed off her womanly figure. Need racked his body. He wolf would trade is fangs for a taste of her.
    Down boy , he scolded his wolf. Kisses would have to wait. Dinner and conversation were what was on the menu tonight. He needed to learn everything he could about his mate.
    His mouth and brain took a moment to connect. “You look amazing.”
    Kensie felt heat rise up her neck. Jiminy crickets, only thirty seconds and she was blushing already. “Thank you.”
    Lucas stepped back so she could close the door and lock it. Then he reached out his hand and waited.
    She looked at his hand as if she were contemplating a life and death decision. Finally, she relented and allowed him to lead her to the car.
    Jojo’s list of rules ran through her head as she walked beside him. She was supposed to let him open the car door next.
    They reached the passenger side of the car and sure enough, he opened the door for her. Well, okay. She could do this, no problem.
    “I have a seven thirty reservation so we have plenty of time to get there. I think you’ll like Rubio’s. They have great food.”
    Kensie nodded and smiled. She wasn’t sure what to say. Except for Jojo and Carol, she didn’t do small talk.
    The instant they entered the restaurant Kensie knew she was about to experience interaction overload.
    A man who must be the owner beamed and slapped Lucas on the back. “Lucas! It’s great to see you tonight. I was surprised to see you made a reservation for two. Who’s the lucky lady?”
    “Hi, Angelo. This is Kensie.” Lucas squeezed her hand. “Darlin', this is Angelo. He’s the owner of Rubio’s.”
    Kensie reached to shake the man’s hand. Angelo, took her hand and gently kissed her fingers. “It is a pleasure to meet such a beautiful lady.”
    She couldn’t help but smile at the sweet old man.
    “Now, Angelo, that’s enough,” Lucas teased. “Don’t make me call Maria from the kitchen.”
    “Momma mia! Don’t do that,” Angelo said dramatically.
    Kensie laughed at the show they put on for her benefit. She started to feel more comfortable and that surprised her. Lucas led her by the hand through the dining room. They seemed to be headed to a private table at the very back.
    They couldn’t take three steps without stopping to say hello and introductions. So many new names were thrown at her she thought her head would explode. There was no way she would remember any of them except Angelo. She didn’t want to be rude, but enough was enough.
    When they were in-between tables, she leaned in and whispered. “Lucas, you’re not having dinner with the entire restaurant.”
    “You’re right, mon amour. I apologize.” The rest of the way to their table, he simply nodded, smiled, and said hello as they passed. He feared he’d blown his chances by using a term of endearment she wasn’t ready for. He was sure she wouldn’t be comfortable with him calling her ‘my love’ yet. Thankfully, she was too overwhelmed by the locals to notice.
    He was pleased when Kensie waited for him to seat her at their table. Many women from the last few generations ignored such manners as allowing a man to seat the lady.
    Seated, he placed his napkin in his lap. He felt her gaze like a physical touch. He couldn’t help but raise his own and drink her in.
    Kensie looked at Lucas before, but she’d been so busy avoiding him, she hadn’t really looked all that closely. His masculine handsomeness left her awe struck. Not pretty like some men, heck no, he was all male. She really liked a man with a strong jawline and a solid chin. For her, there was no bigger turn off than a weak, snively chin.