No, not a heartbreaker, she said quietly. Brokenhearted. Her words surprised him. Miles searched for a lighthearted response, but after seeing her expression, he decided to say nothing at all. For a few moments, Sarah seemed to be lost in a world all her own. Finally she turned toward Miles with an almost embarrassed smile.

Sorry about that. Kind of ruined the mood, huh?

Not at all, Miles answered quickly. He reached over and gave her hand a gentle squeeze. Besides, you should realize that my moods dont get ruined all that easily, he continued. Now, if youd thrown your drink in my face and called me a scoundrel . . .

Despite her obvious tension, Sarah laughed.

Youd have a problem with that? she asked, feeling herself relax.  Probably, he said with a wink. But even thenconsidering its a first date and allI might let that pass, too.