"And I told you I can't! I'm sure!"
"Yes, yes. I'm sorry," he whispered on my ear as he caressed my hair and planted a fleeting kiss on my temple and cheek.
"Don't you dare say that again. Do you understand?"
"Yes, ma'am." It was followed by a low chuckle.
~*~*~
"Can I talk to you?" I was surprised when Carter went to me that afternoon after we had a short meeting about the plans for tomorrow.
Landon looked our way. I smiled a little to him, my way of silently telling him that it's okay. I brought my gaze back to Carter and I nodded.
