it would take a very special person to deal with you, huh?” That got me another world-class glare. I smiled a little more. “If I wanted a partner, I could find a partner,” he grumbled. My nod was so serious, even I almost bought it. “I’m sure.” He was gorgeous after all. “As long as you didn’t actually open your mouth.” The Defender blinked, then dropped his voice. “You know from experience?”