“Leal!” Izzy squealed as soon as she saw her best friend waiting at her at the airport. Leal smiled brightly and welcomed her with a tight hug.

They pulled away as Leal’s eyes drifted to the man behind Izzy, pushing their baggage. She immediately raised an eyebrow at Izzy.

“I thought you were going alone?”

“Yeah…” Izzy scratched the back of her head. “I thought so too.”

“Oh, hey Leal!” Ryker grinned at her, flashing her his signature boyish grin. “I won’t be hanging ...