But I could feel him behind me, feel the warmth of his body, feel the tension between us. It was alive, pulsing with energy, waiting to spring."Oh, hey, it's cool," Henry said, his voice low and smooth. "I didn't mean to make you feel weird."He stepped back, his eyes locked on mine, and I felt his release, his apology sincere.I nodded, still in a daze and still trying to cool off, my heart still racing. Still, standing there, the feeling of anxiety running in my veins like a river wouldn't leave me alone.I thought deeply, realizing that to do anything with Henry would be a betrayal to Jethro. The thought was a blow to my gut heavier than a ton of bricks, and shame painted the inside of my skull.A tear had escaped my eye, and I hastily swiped it away. Not quick enough, though; Henry had seen it. He took one step closer, his eyes full of concern."Sarah, what's wrong?" he asked in a soft, gentle voice.I shook my head to try and clear it, but Henry's eyes lingered with mine, workin
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