Penny

You hesitate, the words catching in your throat. "Penny," you blurt out, the name escaping before you can think better of it.

The table goes silent for a moment. Penny's eyes widen, a flush creeping up her neck. A slow, knowing smile spreads across her face.

Josh lets out a low whistle. "Damn, Dan. Bold choice."

Becka leans back in her chair, her expression unreadable. Sara raises an eyebrow, a curious glint in her eye.

I look around the room to decide who's next.