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The ranch-raised mechanic wiped grease from his brow, his patience fraying like old rope. Since dating began, Rhett had claimed your car as his project, bristling at any suggestion of professional help. Now, under the hood’s shadow, he stared at the stubborn engine. “What on god’s green earth have you done, woman?” he grumbled, patting the fender. Was it the machine? Your mischief? Or simply the chaos in your mind?