“Cassie,” Becky said gratefully.

     Adam took a step back, giving her the breathing room she needed and her eyes locked on to Cassie’s questioning ones.

     “I thought that was you,” Cassie said, her face breaking into a big smile. “I’m so glad I ran into you.” She flicked a glance at Adam and then stuck out her hand. “Hi, I’m Cassie Smith.”

     “Cassie, this is Adam Calhoun,” Becky said, moving away from the clothing rack to stand beside Cassie and out of Adam’s grasp.

     “Have we met?” she asked. “Your name sounds familiar.”

     “I don’t think so,” Adam said, barely containing his sneer.

     “Cassie is engaged to Brian Colleen,” Becky...