Chapter 16

Lyon shrugged. “What? A little spice never hurts anyone.”

Kathryn laughed, leaning back against the pillows. “You’re unbelievable.”

He grinned, pulling her closer. “And yet, you’re stuck with me.”

“Me? Jokes!” Kathryn teased.

Lyon sat on the edge of the bed, looking thoughtful. Kathryn noticed him glancing her way a few times, like he wanted to say something but wasn’t sure how to start. She put down the novel she had been pretending to read and looked at him directly.

“Lyon, you’ve been acting weird. What is it?” she asked, her tone soft but curious.

He rubbed his palms together and let out a deep sigh. “Kathryn, I...