Close Quarters

With deliberate slowness, she straightened the bedding, yet even dawdling had its limits.

Lachlan knew what was troubling her. With an amused smile, he stood by, making no move to hurry her as she fussed with the bedding.

Then he said calmly, "You should take the inside by the wall tonight. The bed's a bit narrow. Wouldn't want you to fall off." His face was the picture of composure, as if he didn