Katie's POV

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 is smooth over his pecs.

“I saw you talking on the phone. Is everything all right?” he asks, gesturing at my phone.

“Yes. Everything is fine.”

“Your sister?”

“She’s fine, too.”

My voice is less upbeat this time, and my eyes trail away from his.

“Are you sure?”

“Yes. She misses me. And I miss her too,” I say, bringing my eyes back to him, and I catch him looking at my body.

Suddenly, my swimsuit feels too small, covering too little, a