Seth Robinson manages a local kitchen boutique and has had a crush on a customer who frequents the shop. Though too shy to start up a conversation about anything other than kitchen appliances or the newest cooking gadget, Seth still hopes to catch the other’s eye. Seth has a tendency to change his hair color a lot, and when he gets purple highlights, it finally sparks a conversation between the two men.<br><br>Chris Berger runs a catering business in Bellflower and loves visiting Karlee’s Kitchen Essentials, where he can chat with the cute manager. He has a unique way of looking at the world and colors and is intrigued by Seth’s highlights.<br><br>Unfortunately, when they manage to get together, they’re both dealing with major upheavals in their lives. Will they be strong enough to work together to find their happily ever after?

Eggplant Highlights and Mustard Yellow Jeans

“Getting out so I can go for a walk with you!” He turned to look at Chris. “You coming?” he asked with a sly grin.


“Hell, yes!” Chris turned off the vehicle, pushed open his door, and jumped out before meeting Seth by the passenger-side headlight.


Seth took Chris’s hand and twined their fingers. “I think we’ve had enough heavy talking for a first date. Let’s just enjoy the night.”


Chris grinned and squeezed his hand. “Agreed.”


They walked hand-in-hand toward the path that wound around the lake. The almost-full moon reflected on the water, casting a pale glow around them. A light wind blew through the trees, rustling the leaves and breaking the silence.


When Chris stopped, Seth turned. “What’s wrong?”


“Nothing. I just…” Chris pulled his hand from Seth’s, then cupped his cheek. “I’ve been thinking about doing this for days.”


Chapter 16