“I just feel safe with you, I guess.” Heavy brows lower, and I can’t help but smile at his consternation. “Does that really surprise you?” I ask. I’m not sure what it is about him, but he makes me bold. I let my fingertips rub over a spot of engine grease on his thick bicep where it mars one of his tattoos. “I can’t imagine why. You’re strong.” I lick my lips and force myself to continue. “Attractive. You took care of me the other night, even though you pretended you wouldn’t.”
