"They say that you've been alone for a long time. That you are confused about what you want in most areas. But there is one area of your life you are very certain about right now." Christie lifted a brow with cynical amusement.

"Really? What's that?"

"I'll tell you in the car."

"How did you get down here? What about your car?"

"I live downtown. It was a nice walk."

"Well, then—let's go. I can't wait to hear the revelation you have to share with me."

They left the festival behind, and walked the two blocks to the compact car she drove. Jacob, true to his word, handed her a...