"You're not around women on a daily basis?" Ruby asked, and on that she really was confused. She had only met him a few minutes ago, but usually there were oodles of women waiting to make their way to a man like him. "Well, the only way I can figure that is legit is if you are very good at hiding from the horde."

At his comment on her compliments being blamed on the fact she came from a small town, Ruby had to laugh. "There are plenty of handsome men where I come from," she said, nudging him gently with her foot under the table. "That's how I know how to recognize a prize handsome fella when I see one."