Kari silently cursed the way she sounded. Her voice was rough, her breathing slightly strangled.
Evan took another step back, swallowing hard. “Kari… I… I didn’t mean to upset you. I got overwhelmed. I shouldn’t have kissed you without permission.”
“That’s not what I’m upset about.” She frowned, frustration bubbling beneath her skin.
“So, you’re okay with the kissing?” he asked, brow furrowed.
“Yes… I mean, no… I mean…” She turned away and rubbed her hands over her face. A deep breath was a mistake. The entire room was saturated with his scent, making heat race through her body.
“Will you sit for a moment?” His voice was soft behind her. “I’ll keep my distance.”
She glanced at him. He looked awkward, shifting his weight from foot to foot, worry etched into every line of his face. She
