Matt liked the sound of her laugh. It was infectious. "Sitting next to you with a drink in front of me and I don't feel much about remembering the past," he said. "I would much rather focus on the present."

He lifted his glass and finished off his drink, the pleasant buzzing dampening into a more languid hum. He was drunk and interested in much more than simple small talk and alcohol. "Speaking of, I was wondering how much trouble you would get in if I were to kiss you. Do you think your boss would mind?"