CHAPTER 18

Mackenzie ran her finger along the salt-coated rim of her glass.

“I think adventure might be exactly what I want.”

Matthew let loose a small sound of excitement.

“I have been searching for such an adventurous woman since I arrived here. I have been searching for someone who dares to leave the beaten path, who makes her own rules, regardless of what society dictates. I have been searching for a free, untamed spirit…”

She laughed.

“Believe me, I have definitely not traveled the beaten path.”

He and Deborah shared a knowing look. Mackenzie straightened, feeling a little self-conscious.

Had they guessed she referred to her long stint as a virgin?

A waitress, a young woman with a deep tan and sun-bleached hair, approached their table. While she took Deborah’s drink order, Matthew leaned in closer to Mackenzie. He held her hand and rubbed his thumb along her palm.

“And this urge to take the unbeaten path, does it apply to all areas