A quiet but indomitable voice behind me said I believe this is my dance. It was him. I could feel his presence. The warmth of him seeped into my back and I quivered all over like spring leaves in a warm breeze.

Pulling the chair out for me he invited me to sit. I stood there wondering if I could sprint for the nearest exit. Stupid strappy shoes Id never make it. He leaned in close and whispered in my ear I know what youre thinking and Im not going to let you escape again. You can either take a seat and have dinner with me like a normal date he grinned at his word choice or he paused thoughtfully then threatened you can sit on my lap while I force-feed you.

Now turn around and go to sleep. Im warning you that I plan to sleep with you in my arms all night long.

He then put both hands on the door on either side of my head and leaned in close pinning me against it. I trembled like a downy rabbit caught in the clutches of a wolf. The wolf came closer. He bent his head and began nuzzling my cheek. The problem wasI wanted the wolf to devour me.

We looked at each other for a minute not saying anything but I could feel the air between us shift. It became thick sultry and tangiblelike when the air changes right before a storm. I could feel its power envelop me as it brushed across my skin. Even though I couldnt see it I knew a storm was coming.

The fact isIm in love with you and I have been for some time.