Jacob breathes out clearly. The question "Want a beer?"

"Oh my god! I intended to prepare margaritas but I neglected to juice the limes.

When he puts his hand on my arm, my skin is electrified. "Avoid worrying. We can assist.

Without my having to ask, the two guys start juicing limes and assisting with the remainder of the dinner while Shawn falls off his seat. The taco shells needed to be warmed, and there were still a lot of other things to do to finish the dinner, so it's a good thing they're here as well.

When the dinner is prepared, Mary and Mark walk up, both of them...