“I’d like a…” Mark studied the list of coffees, glad there weren’t many customers, so he wasn’t holding up a line of people while he tried to make up his mind. “Is the maple latte good?”
The clerk nodded. “Different, and not my favorite, but people seem to like it.”
“Maybe I should stick with my usual Americano.”
“Try the mocha espresso,” someone said from behind him. “That is if you like chocolate.”
“Who doesn’t?” Mark replied as he turned to see who was speaking. “You,” he said, more than a bit disconcerted. “Are you following me?”
The man shrugged. “Yes, and no.”
“Hardly a definitive answer.”
“I saw you heading this way and decided I wanted coffee to ward off the cold.”
“Uh-huh. Try again.” Mark paused to tell the clerk he wanted a large Americano. “I’ve seen you watching me,” h
