"I think you are incredibly adorable," she remarked. "You were like a Rottweiler out there fighting off that huge guy with ease. Inside, though, you're like ... a puppy. It's sweet." Her hand drifted down my arm and continued downward. "I have to admit, I like cute guys like you...."

She surprised me as I felt her hand slowly going up and down my leg.

"Barkeep!" I exclaimed as I kept my eyes affixed on hers.

"Yes?" Ron asked as he came over. I nudged my glass toward him.

"Another, please," I said.

"Another one?" she asked, seemingly impressed. "You going for the high score?"

"Definitely," I replied with a...