Maria POV
“So?” I raise an eyebrow, crossing my arms, pretending I’m not intrigued by whatever they’re about to suggest. Henry and Dax always have some idea brewing, something to pull me deeper into their orbit, whether I want to be there or not.
Dax is the first to answer, his voice casual but with a glint of mischief in his eyes. “So, we can show you the best burger place in all of Utah.”
I snort, rolling my eyes. “The best, huh? You two are always so sure of yourselves.”
Henry grins, that cocky, boyish smile that used to get to me more than I care to admit. He takes a step forward, his arms opening wide as if he’s about to pull me into one of his bear hugs. But the second I get a whiff of him—sweat and all—I wrinkle my nose and hold up a hand to stop him.
“Uh, no thanks. You’re swe
