“We’d like to have the Fettuccini with pesto sauce, please.” Hunter closes the menu without looking at the waitress who's been staring at him since we arrived. I am used to it by now! The waitress walks away, still comprehending his presence.

Hunter focuses his gaze on me.

“We have an hour together, and then I have to get back to serious work. I need to enjoy every moment.” He stares fondly at me with those blue glowing eyes.

“This is amazing, I love spending time with you.” I take his hand and gently rub the back of it with my thumb. I look out the window, and the people...