"Since that injury happened on company time, I'll bail you out—this once. But next time? You're on your own."
She nodded quickly, raising her hands in surrender.
"Got it, got it. You're a lifesaver. I owe you big time—I mean, I'll even work weekends with no complaints."
He just stared at her.
She had the distinct feeling he was seriously considering leaving her on the hill.
But instead, without a word, he knelt down a little and motioned for her.
"Get on," he said.
She hesitated only a second before climbing onto his back.
His shoulders were broad and warm, steady beneath her hands.
Cecilia clung to him awkwardly.
"Um… where do I put my hands?"
He didn't look back.
"Anywhere that won't get you dropped."
After hesitating, I gently placed my hands on his shoulders., Those should
