“The landscape flew by. Kim was sound asleep in the front seat, and a slow twang came softly through the speakers. “Hey, Dirk,” I whispered. “You tired?” He spit into the ever-present empty Pepsi can in the cup holder. “You ain’t driving this truck.” “Your choice, but I know how to drive, and I just slept.” We drove a couple of miles in silence. Then he let off the gas and pulled over. We were in the middle of nowhere, and I mean nowhere. We switched, and he lay down across the backseat. I put t...he truck in gear. He sighed. “I don’t have to tell you what happens if even a bug hits this truck too hard. Go the speed limit.” I didn’t smile. “Got it. Speed limit. I’ll wake you before we get into the city.” He settled in. “There’s a map in the console.” So I drove. I set the cruise at exactly the speed limit, and it was a solid hour before I relaxed even a little bit. I hadn’t seen a single car. Kim stirred, then opened her eyes. I smiled. “Hey, Sunshine.MoreLessRead More Read Less
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