" Today had dawned with brilliant sunshine. I hoped we would be able to spend our time together outside again. Although truthfully, I'd decided it didn't matter what we did or where we went. His companionship was enough. He was easy to talk to, enjoyable to be with, and challenged me to be better - to be kinder, nobler, wiser - like him. "

― Jody Hedlund , A Loyal Heart (An Uncertain Choice, #4)