When Mason pulled into the back lot of an auto repair shop just outside of town, I didn't ask questions. Sitting in the passenger seat of his large sedan, I looked around as if expecting an ambush. My apprehension made Mason grin. "Relax," he said while lowering all the car windows. "Nothing happens unless you want it to, remember?" I didn't trust my voice, so I simply nodded. The mild spring breeze felt like a balm on my...

As I made my way to the small office building where I worked, anxiety descended on me like an attacker. Why was I doing something so stupid? And how could Mason be so sure I wouldn't lose my job? Glancing over my shoulder, I saw my boyfriend sitting behind the wheel of his car. His smile was easy as he waved me forward. During the drive, I'd warned him that he and I would be living together if my boss decided to fire me t...