Evaline:
River slowed the car and brought it to a smooth stop near the curb.
"Is this the place?" he asked, glancing at me.
I leaned forward and looked out the window. The bright purple-and-white sign of 'Monginis Bakery' greeted me from right across the street, its glass front glowing warmly under the streetlights.
"Yes," I said immediately, already reaching for my seatbelt. I turned to him and nodded. "That's the one."
He smiled, that soft, fond curve of his lips that always made my chest warm. "Alright. I'll have either Oscar or Kieran pick you up in about an hour."
"Okay," I replied, smiling back at him. "Drive safe."
He reached out, brushing his thumb over my knuckles briefly.
"Have fun," he said quietly.
"I will."
