Fire and Ice: A Paranormal Romance by Cindy Adkins Read Free Book Online Page A

are even special renaming ceremonies for those who are foolish enough to change them.  Life on the water is dangerous enough as it is without tempting Poseidon.”
                  “I had no idea about that,” said Sarah.  “I spent my whole life landlocked in central Texas, except when I went on vacation—and of course, moved here.”
                  “I don’t know if you have ever noticed, but when people name pleasure boats, they’re usually about a way of life, like ‘Takin’ It Easy.’  Of course, they get named when someone is really excited about buying a new one and do not realize how much upkeep it’s going to take,” Billy laughed.  “We shrimpers name ours after women or about the realities of life working on the water.  I never asked, but I assume that Eddie named his Gotcha , because he was telling the shrimp that they were his each time they were in his nets.”
                  “I imagine that’s why,” said Sarah. 
                  Just then, a young blond-haired waiter with a lively personality came and asked them what they would like to drink. 
                  “Would you like a beer?” Billy asked Sarah.
                  “I think I’d like a glass of white wine,” she answered.
                  “Why don’t we order a bottle of it, then?” asked Billy. 
                  The waiter suggested the house wine and went to get it for them.  “I will bring your wine in a moment and be back to take your order,” he told them.
                  “What looks good to you?” Billy asked Sarah as he perused the menu.
                  “I was thinking of ordering shrimp etouffee,” replied Sarah with a smile.
                  “Let’s make it two of them, then,” said Billy. 
                  When the waiter came back with their wine, he poured each of them a glass.  Then, he took their order and assured them that they had made an excellent choice, as it was one of the restaurant’s specialties.  He promised to return shortly with their dinner salads that accompanied their meals.  Then, he went back toward the kitchen. 
                  Once Billy and Sarah were alone she said, “I can’t believe we’re here.”
                  “Why not?” Billy asked looking at her from across the table.
                  “Because I have been so caught up in this whole unfolding story that I forgot that you and I are the key players,” she answered.  “It’s nice to just spend time not thinking about it at all.”
                  Billy lifted up his wine glass and said, “I’d like to make a toast.”
                  “Please do,” said Sarah lifting up hers, as well.
                  “This is to knowing you better,” said Billy, as his glass touched hers.  Then, they both took a sip.
                  “This is really good,” said Sarah.  “Somehow, I feel like this is our first moment of normalcy since we met.”
                  “I think you’re right, except for when we danced by the water.”
                  “Yes, I forgot about that,” she smiled.
                  “Already?” Billy quipped.
                  “Oh, that didn’t come out right,” Sarah explained.  “What I mean is that we’ve been on this quest and we haven’t been able to just enjoy our time together.  It has either been about the past or other people, but never us.”
                  “That’s why I wanted to come here,” said Billy.  “Tonight is about us.  Is that a deal?”
                  “Yes, it’s a deal,” smiled Sarah.
                  “I actually have some good news,” he said.  “I got a call from David on my way to meet you in town.  He and Dana have a timeshare