I was drawn out of my book by the sound of Liam's Chevy pickup pulling in the drive. He was unusually late coming home. He had stayed in his truck for five minutes and had not yet emerged. I grabbed my jacket and stepped outside to see what was keeping him. "Ruby! You're awake?"Liam exclaimed. I chuckled a little at the surprise in his face. "Were you out with Chubs?" I asked to get an idea of why he was so late. "Yeah. Why don't you go inside darlin'? It's chilli out. I'll be right in." "okay" I said as I stepped inside. He was acting strange tonight. What was up with him? I was settled on the couch as the door opened. But Liam didn't walk through the door. Instead a little golden retriever puppy came running in and jumped up on me. "Liam, who's this little guy?" I asked between giggles. "This is Bo. Our new dog. Don't you love him?" "Of course I do." I replied. This was, by far, the best reason to be late.