“I love it, but I’m not convinced that I could afford to do that here.” “Oh, well, we can’t have you leaving the area anytime soon. I’m finally getting the chance to get to know you.” Spencer smiled brightly, and she felt color rush to her cheeks. If he weren’t so damned polite, she’d have thought he was flirting with her. “I’m sure I’ll be here for a while. I’d love to do a cookbook first,” she said shyly. She couldn’t think of what to say next, looking to Teddy for any kind of hint. His soulful gaze offered no answers.

