Brooke nodded at Parker’s summary of the plan for her brand new car. Not that it was actually new, but well, it was new to her. That counted for something, right? Parker insisted that he could not ask a customer for help and she tried to hide the pout that formed at the idea that Parker might only view her as a customer and nothing more.<br/><br/>Still, at his mention of how he was supposed to be serving her, she couldn’t help thinking about a few ways in which he could do just that. Brooke took a breath, trying to convince herself to cool off, when Parker mentioned heading outside, so that he could pick her up when he was ready. “Sure,” she nodded, smiling at him, before making her way out and into the heat.<br/><br/>Once Parker’s very cool sports car pulled around the front, she stepped forward, intending to open up her own door. But Parker was quick to jump out and open it for her this time. She smiled at him, then nodded to his offer to take her home. “Thank you,” her smile remained even as she climbed into the fancy car, her long legs shining in the sun.<br/><br/>Brooke buckled herself in and settled against the seat, stealing glances at Parker while he drove. She noticed he was looking at her as well, but still couldn’t shake the thought that all of his attention was only because of the sale. Once they reached her condo, Brooke realized she had never given him directions. Obviously she didn’t need to.<br/><br/>Parker faced her from his seat after shifting into park. Brooke pulled her sunglasses down slightly, to lock her eyes with his. He apologized about her van but admitted that it was good to see her today and being able to help her out, at that. She smiled brightly. He really was a gentleman, for a young man. “It was very good to see you today, as well, Parker.”<br/><br/>She shrugged about the loss of her van. “The van will be missed, but it served me well for many years. Maybe it is time to start a new chapter in my life.” She wasn’t just referring to the vehicle she would be driving. Payton was away at college and she felt like a very young empty nester. So, maybe it was time to start thinking about starting over.<br/><br/>Of course, the first way to start over that came to mind, was in the romance department. And in that category, she wasn’t entirely sure how to begin. “Do you want to come in?” She asked, tossing her hand upward and gesturing to her condo from over her shoulder. “I think a celebration is in order and it seems most appropriate to celebrate with you. Don’t you agree?”<br/><br/>Brooke held her breath as she waited for his response, sure that she was now putting herself out there for him.