Theodore cleared his throat awkwardly, covering his mouth with his fist as he mumbled, "I suppose I'm doing alright?"
I smiled and asked, "So, Chief Theodore, is it your love for the police department and dedication to the people that's kept you helping me all this time?"
My words seemed to hit home. He looked away for a moment, then turned back, meeting my gaze with a serious expression.
I'd always thought his eyes were beautiful—light green, so clear and calm, like a still lake that drew you in.
Right now, those lake-like eyes seemed to shimmer with a warmth I hadn't noticed before.
"When a man finds himself always wanting to be by a woman's side, to help her through her troubles, the reason behind it should be fairly obvious, don't you think?
I doubt a clever woman like you would
