Chapter 55

“I’m not a mystery. My energy changes? How?” Ronan asks, starting the car.

“You feel the same around them as people seem to feel around family they like. This mix of happy, relaxed, proud. I can’t explain it, but they’re your family,” Dustin says.

“You’re right, they are. Most people don’t notice the way I feel about them. I was thinking of picking up some groceries and cooking at home, nothing fancy, just a break from eating out all week. That okay with you?” Ronan asks.

“You’re offering to cook me dinner and you’re asking if that’s okay? Of course it’s okay. I’m happy to help if I can. I’m not a bad cook, but I don’t bother much at home,” Dustin admits.

“I like cooking, even when it’s just for me. But I do cook for the rest of the agency a lot,” Ronan says, heading toward the grocery store.