“We’re only here to report that Lily’s car was stolen,” my sister says with a grin, clearly enjoying the way Julian tries to make himself look smaller. Best of luck since the man is built like a linebacker. The sheriff’s white brows crinkle in my direction. “Where did you last see it?” “Outside Rose & Thorn.” Using the radio strapped to his shoulder, the sheriff relays the information to his deputies before asking us a few more questions. “You two aren’t playing a prank on her, are you?” Suspicion bleeds into his voice.
