What are you doing here? he asked, stepping toward her. In Virgin River? I came to spend some time with my family for a while before going back to school. Uncle Walt, Vanessa and Paul, my cousin Tom-he's at basic training, soon to have leave-they're my family. No, he said, smiling. Here. Checking me out. Get over yourself, I'm checking out the cabins, she said, returning the smile.
In the book "Temptation Ridge" by Robyn Carr, a conversation unfolds between two characters—one curious about the other's intentions in Virgin River. The male character questions her presence, leading her to explain that she is visiting family, including Uncle Walt and her cousin Tom, who is currently in basic training and will soon be on leave.
The dialogue takes a playful turn as he misinterprets her visit as a personal inquiry, prompting her to clarify that her true focus is on exploring the cabins. The exchange highlights the light-hearted banter and budding connection between them, showcasing both characters' personalities.
