Amsterdam? How exciting!’ Kelly’s eyes widened. She’d only been there to change planes.

Rob smiled. ‘It’s a lot of dull meetings.’

His work was something complicated to do with cyber security.

They were in a bar with views across the old docks. Kelly gazed out at the twinkling lights of warehouses brought back to life as luxury flats. Desirable waterside apartments, perfect for the young professional.

‘I know we’ve only been going out for a few months but I was wondering…’ Rob said.

He’s going to invite me to go with him… Yes please!

He was not her usual type. Reserved. Shy. More comfortable on a mountain bike than in a cocktail bar. She looked at him sipping his pint, working up the courage to ask her on his trip. She liked the way he made her feel special and at ease with herself.

There was only one problem. His doggy best friend – a chocolate-brown Labrador called