I took it and stood up, groaning in pain. He led me to the bathroom, putting me in first. The solar water heater was not very efficient this time of year, so by the time I had done my body and hair there wasn't hot water left. "Sorry about the water," I said as I stepped out. "By the look of you, you could use a cold shower." He looked down and smiled, looking back with those puppy-dog eyes. "Nope, not happening. I just got clean and I have to go do the dishes," I said.

He kissed me and moved into the shower. "Cold showers won't stop me or...