“Nora Raegan,” he repeated, smiling, as he took her slim hand into his and shook it. “Nice to meet you.” As the stewardess approached, he let her hand slide out of his own. His hands had grown rough from getting ready for his role as an ex-Ranger. His calloused hands and physical fitness were the only things he had in common with his character. Everything else was stunt doubles and computer magic.<br/><br/>He shrugged slightly at her comment about first impressions. They were highly overrated in his opinion. Anyone could look pulled together for a one-time impression. It was what they revealed after you had worn down the ‘new’ that really mattered.<br/><br/>Not that he intended to know Nora that long.<br/><br/>He watched as Nora perfectly played the part of spoiled heiress, asking for substitutions in her airline meal, and then acting as if the additional items were a special boon. Her ticket payed for the food; whether she wanted it or not, it was owed her for the price of first class.<br/><br/>When it was his turn, he asked for the Thai Barbecue Chicken as well. “And no dessert, just the appetizer,” he said. He had to watch his overall carb intake to keep himself in movie screen shape. As the stewardess moved to the next aisle, Mark raised an eyebrow and looked across the small distance between himself and Nora. No one was as ‘nice’ as she appeared to be. She seemed like a person to whom every little concession was an unexpected gift. Like she didn’t expect anything nice to happen to her. There had to be more to this woman traveling alone than met the eye.<br/><br/>“So, business or pleasure?” he asked her. They were flying to one of the most renowned resort areas in the country, and despite the foul weather, those who loved snow sports were all in for a treat. The forecast was for snow, snow, and more snow. He raked his hazel eyes over her clothing and decided that she was somewhat dressed for snow. Maybe they were headed to the same resort. If so, he might offer to share a ride with her. If she Ubered to the airport, there was little likelihood she would be renting a car at the airport. Or so he assumed.