Jonathan knew he was alone even before he opened his eyes. There was no extra weight or body heat beside him and the room was quiet. Had Penny left? He hoped not. Last night had been amazing but he didn't have any illusions of starting a relationship with her. She had a lot of things to figure out before she even considered having a relationship with anyone. They both did. And if she wanted his help, he'd give it to her without expecting anything in return. He would have also told her that if she hadn't upped and left.

Shifting his eyes open he stared at the ceiling above him....