'Is he upset about the blueprint? Does he think I kept it from him on purpose?' Kisha wondered to herself, but another realization struck her, causing her face to flush and her heart to race. Despite Duke's visibly upset demeanor, Kisha leaned in closer and gave him a quick, bashful peck on the cheek, her expression clearly saying, 'That's the best I can manage for now.'
Duke was taken aback by Kisha's sudden initiative, but once he realized she was attuned to his emotions, his mood lifted. His eyes crinkled in delight as he turned to see Kisha's flushed face and her gaze nervously darting around, as if she found the floor far more interesting than looking at him. He knew she was likely nervous, having figured out exactly what he had been moping about.
