Jessie sighed and hit speed dial as she mounted the steps to her apartment. "Are you available?" she asked Zach.
"I have one more thing to do and I'll be on my way. Where are we meeting?"
"I've been thinking about a cold beer all afternoon," she said. "How about O'Leary's Pig Whistle on West 45th?"
"Sounds pretty good. Give me about ninety minutes. I'll see you there." They disconnected. Jess blew out a breath as she entered her apartment, tossed her keys on the counter, heading directly for the shower. The spray of water against her skin was invigorating and always relaxed her, especially after the kind of day she'd had. Zach's handsome face flashed through her mind and made her anxious to see him. It brought a smile to her face and made her happy that he'd initiated the call earlier i
