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As the young man shook off his attack, Sid held his hand out to him. "Sid Hoffman."
The man smiled and shook his hand. "Hayes Brooks."
Sid made sure Hayes was good before he released Chiefy from her work. He petted her and gave her a couple of snacks. "You're the best girl, Chiefy. I sure do love you," he praised.
Grace neared and chuckled. "I'm getting jealous."
Sid laughed. "I can't help it, she's just that good."
Grace stared into his eyes. "That was a great thing you just did, Sid."
He swallowed. "Thanks. He needed my help. And Chiefy's."
She smiled sweetly. "And did you also notice you didn't need Chiefy's help?"
He stared into her blue eyes. They were clear and beautiful, his new favorite color. "I guess I didn't notice it at the time but now that you mention it, I do."
"I'm proud of you, Sid."
He fished in his pocket for the most precious chunk of gold and diamond he'd ever carried. He got down on one knee and held it out to Grace. "Grace. Will you do me the honor of marrying me?"
He saw a tear slide down her cheek. Her tongue swept out and licked her lips and she swallowed. "Yes. I'd be honored to be your wife."
The few remaining people clapped their hands as he slipped the ring on her finger, then stood to kiss her lips and make it official.
His friends, Quinn and Jace congratulated them. Chiefy jumped around like she understood what was happening.
He looked at Grace. "I'm only going to hire veterans here at the Garage when I need to. I can help others too. It's something I never dreamed I'd be able to do, but you've loved me so much, you've healed me."
She chuckled and took a deep breath. "I do love you. But, honey, it was you who healed yourself. I've only been honored to witness it."
"We're going to need to set a wedding date. I say next month."
She laughed. "I can't think of a better month to marry."
He turned his head to Quinn and Jace. "You guys hear that. We're getting married next month."
Quinn laughed. "We heard. We'll spread the word you're off the market."
Jace chuckled. "Let me offer you this engagement gift. Officer Moody told me they weren't letting the bikers out of jail until they each paid a five thousand dollar fine. Since a firearm was discharged, it escalated the fines. Afterwards, the police are going to highly recommend they leave town."
Sid squeezed Grace. "That's a great engagement gift."
Quinn slapped Sid on the back and leaned over and hugged Grace. “Thank you for loving my friend.”
Grace smiled. “I thank you for all the years you’ve had his six.”
Quinn grinned. “Always.”
Sid glanced over and saw Coop sitting at a table. He tugged Grace’s hand and pulled her over to him.
“Are you alright, Coop?” He asked.
His old wrinkled eyes looked between him and Grace. “Yep. I’m proud of you Sid. You stood up to those bikers and you’re finally making this woman your wife.”
“Yep. That’s the best part of today.”
Coop nodded. His old blue eyes looked at Grace, a crooked grin lifted one side of his lips. Coop nodded at Grace. “You’re a great partner for Sid. You two will do well together.”
