Celia knew that the children wanted them to look like a couple really badly. So, after a moment, she relaxed and leaned against Carter’s side.
Once Carter left, she would have to explain things to her kids. She couldn’t let this continue, or their expectations would be shattered.
He was sitting quite snugly next to her and leaning just a little too heavily against her shoulder. She could feel his hard muscles through his shirt, and she flushed a little at the thought.
“Do you work out?” she asked without thinking.
“Yeah, of course,” Carter answered with a delighted smile on his face. Celia noticed how white and glittering his teeth were. “I do martial arts, and run for basic fitness.”
“That’s impressive,” Celia responded at length. In the corner of her eyes, she could still see him grinning.