Chapter 39: Chapter 41

Stepping into his space, she pressed against him and tilted her face up to his. "Later."

He narrowed his eyes, but said nothing. Whatever she had up her sleeve, he'd willingly play along.

After getting the keys and cooler, he told Hintz to stay on the mainland. He and Raven walked down the dock to the twenty foot boat and climbed aboard. Leaving Raven inside the aft cabin in the steering station above the rear room to stay warm, Noah checked the gas tank, back up containers, battery, and gauges before untying the boat from the dock.

He climbed the steps into the cabin and started the motor. "Ready, baby?"

Grinning, she nodded.