Ileana saw Cole’s smile falter for a moment and she knew his mind went to the same place. She reached down briefly to take his hand in hers, giving it a little squeeze. “I know you could.” And she meant it completely.
She let go of his hand when they reached to the front of the line. It took her a moment before she ordered some chocolate and caramel coffee with the whipped cream loaded on top and a brownie as well.