Three weeks passed before I saw him again. This time, he caught my eye and smiled. I was surprised; he had been paying attention to me, studying me. I’d known this through a friend—she was more excited at the prospect of us getting to know each other. My curiosity had grown, and I had also found out how much older he actually was. There he was again, only this time he didn’t just turn and smile; he came straight toward me. He stood close, allowing me to take in his tall, imposing frame—easily over 6 feet. His voice sent shivers down my spine: deep, smooth, and captivating. I found myself developing a crush, despite my initial reservations. His physical attractiveness was matched by his voice, a potent combination. I hesitated to share my phone number, thinking he might lose interest or that I would. But I was wrong! As we talked, I discovered we had a lot in common. Our conversations flowed effortlessly, like we’d known each other for years. His laughter was infectious, making me...