I heard Teddy’s boots coming around to my side of the truck as I pushed my door shut. “Damn, Ryder,” she said. “I almost forgot how hot you are.” I smiled. A real one. Compliments from Teddy were the best because I knew she meant them. Teddy was earnest, fierce, and loving. She never said anything she didn’t mean. “I’m already going home with you tonight, Andersen. No need to shower me with compliments,” I said as I looped my arm through hers. “We make a good pair.”
