When she returned to the table, Steven was frowning. “Is everything okay?"
Silverware clinked and all the sounds of the restaurant seemed to be amplified. Brooke didn't know what to think about Penn's presence. Was he stalking her? Was he protecting her? She couldn't imagine why he felt responsible for her.
“Yes. He left."
“Who was he?"
She sighed. She'd have to reveal more than she'd like on a first date. Or lie. That wasn't the best way to begin what could be a relationship. “He's a neighbor."
Steven lifted an eyebrow. “Someone interested in you?"
She didn't think so. “No. I guess he feels concerned because I had a break-in at my apartment."
“Were you hurt?"
“No. Not hurt."
She didn't want to talk about it, but Steven was owed an explanation for Penn's odd behavior.
“Then why
