“I have the metabolism of a hummingbird,” Cash declares. “A what?” Brice says. He looks at his sister. They both crack up. “What?” Cash says between bites. “Hummingbirds are known for their metabolism. Right, Glenna?” Why’s he bringing me into it? I do actually know about hummingbird metabolisms. I have a series of prints with a Calliope hovering in mid-flight. “They do have the fastest metabolism of any animal.” Cash flashes me an unduly pleased grin, and he says, “See? My girl’s got my back.” My cheeks heat. Everyone’s looking at me. That’s not why I’m blushing though. I can’t lie to myself.
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