Chapter 140

Katie's POV

I have a feeling he purposely evades my eyes, and he might be doing it because he has something to hide.

I’m curious, so I keep my stare glued to his face.

He edges closer and finally brings his eyes to me.

They narrow against the sun and hold a look that's different than what I routinely see on him.

“Things all right?” I ask when he pulls an armchair closer like we’re about to talk.

“Yeah, yeah…” he says, although a shred of tension is woven in his voice.

My eyes slide to his chest since his shirt is open at the neckline.

His skin...