“That sounds fun. I love that place—good food and they always have interesting live music.”

“I’m a little nervous, to be honest,” Paula admitted. “It’s been too long since I’ve dated anyone. I’m feeling a little rusty.”

“I’m glad you’re getting back out there. You’ll be fine. Just think of it as dinner with a new friend. See where it goes. Don’t put too many expectations on it.”

“Thanks. That’s really good advice.”

Hallie grinned. “Just go and have fun. And enjoy a delicious dinner.”

“I think I can do that.”

Chapter 18

“Any fun plans for tonight?” It was five of two on Tuesday and Marco had arrived to relieve Andrea at the concierge desk.

Andrea grinned. “I’m off to learn golf.”

“No kidding? You’re taking lessons? I didn’t know you golfed.”

She laughed. “I’ve never picked up a club before. But I’ve been meaning to learn. A new friend is giving me a lesson.”

Marco raised his eyebrows. “I see. So, you have a date!”

“I’m not sure about that. For now, it’s a lesson and we’ll see.” She’d love for it to be an actual date, but she didn’t think that was how Ben was thinking of it. He was just being nice. But maybe once they spent some time together…

“Well, have fun.”

“I will, thanks. Do you golf?” She knew he liked to surf.

“I love golfing. My brother and I like to hit the links for a round when our schedules match up. Anytime you want to play, let me know.”

Andrea knew playing golf with Marco would be fun.

“I will. Once I figure out what I’m doing.”

Andrea headed home to shower and change. She was meeting Ben at the driving range at three thirty. She’d already bought a set of starter clubs and loaded them in her car.

It was a warm day, so she went with a pale blue sleeveless golf shirt and tan shorts. She didn’t have golf shoes and didn’t think it really mattered for the driving range, so she just wore sneakers. She tied her hair back in a ponytail and added a hot pink visor to block the sun. A quick swipe of lip gloss and she was ready to go.

She arrived at the driving range right on time and Ben was already there. He waved as she drove in and she quickly parked, grabbed her clubs and walked over to him.

“I hope you weren’t waiting long,” she said.

Ben smiled the big, easy smile that had caught her interest at the cookout.

“I just got here a minute ago. You’re right on time. Are you ready to go?”

He led the way, and they found a good spot to hit from.