she 'd used straight bourbon on the raw flesh of his thigh , but now she used a wad of torn shirt , stuffed with snow , to mop sweat from his forehead . the woman yelled something back at him . except he 'd never once thought the guy would give her anything more than a case of puppy love . i felt a blush spread over my face and chest . if he thinks he will get a hug or hold my hand , hes in for a shock . 