Side Projects...and such

I've been a little distracted with life lately, so I've not completed my current WIP. However, I'm working on a short story for the fun of it... this is my favorite snippet from today:

“I’ve asked the pastry chef to join us for dessert,” he announced as the waiter cleared the table.
“I guess you can do that since you own the place.”
His mouth curved in a cocky grin. “Figured me out?”
“Your picture and a write up from the Times-Picayune hold center stage on the way to the ladies room.”
A sexy rumble of laughter filled the air. “Nice to know I hold a position of importance.”