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Four years after retiring from the Navy, Steve thinks it’s the best thing he’s ever done. Now he teaches fourth grade, and while it’s not as exciting as saving lives, it’s easily the most fulfilling thing he’s ever done.
As a general rule, Steve doesn’t pick favorites. It would create unneeded tension and force him to deal with angry parents. For that alone it’s not worth it.
Grace, though, she’s different. She’s smart and witty, and she’s never met an opinion she doesn’t share. She’s also amazingly sweet and generous.
Steve has a feeling he’ll be breaking his own rule.