A million possible endearments ran through his head. But he said, “Help.

“Big surprise, I put you to sleep. Don’t feel bad. It happens all the time.”

“This cook, Preacher? He's unbelievable. I had some of his venison chili when I …”

“We’re adults. I might be a little more of an adult if you’re counting years but…”

“What are you doing here?”All right, he was standing in front of an easel, holdi…”