Verity may have ideas about how to make that work. Like a pizza stone.

A grateful glance darts Hunter's way and her hand turns over under his to take hold. She's told the story dozens of times, but it never gets easier.

Jim's ready acceptance is a relief, which is written plain on her face. "Thank you. And I apologize in advance for all the times I'll infuriate you with it. And it's okay if you have questions about it. I'd rather people just ask than try to sneaky-test me."