Gunner POV
Even though Cora spoke well and had me laughing at some of her comments and the words she used instead of swearing, there's a deep sadness about her that I can't put my finger on. Nothing about it shouts out the cause, but something or someone has hurt this woman. I can feel it. I have never been wrong. That's part of why I am good at my job. I read people, and I am good at it. I have a great bullsht meter. Few can get away with lying to me.
Cora has me intrigued. I want to learn why she's hurt, why she doesn't swear, and who she is. No one puts their lives on the line for a stranger, not like that. Does she have a death wish, maybe not even know it herself?
The day flew by, having Cora around asking questions; before I knew it, we were at the table having dinner.
"Do you a
