I regretfully untangled my hand from hers and went to grab us something to drink. I had some beer in the fridge but settled for water. It was a bit late to start drinking now. One of my sisters—probably Amanda—had left some chilled water in the fridge. I opened a bottle and poured two glasses before heading back to Emily.

"Here you go," I said, handing her a glass. "The finest water in all the land."

"Thanks," Emily grinned, taking the glass with both hands.

I placed my glass on the coffee table and took my seat beside her once more. Since I hadn't had a workout in such a...