Black Ice
“Not like mine.”
I wanted to ask about his family, but I knew it was too soon. Instead I asked, “What kind of music do you like? When you’re not reading big science books.”
He thought for a second. “Quiet stuff. Acoustic guitar. Nothing too loud.” Then, surprising me, he added, “What about you?”
“Rock mostly,” I said. “Stuff with strong beats for working out. But I like quiet music too sometimes. Helps me think.”
We talked more as the road opened up. The wind blew through our clothes, and I felt Toby shift behind me.