Jokes

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He was quiet for a few seconds, and Sophie thought he was going to ignore her. But then he leaned closer—close enough that she could feel his breath on her cheek as he said, "I know I crack a lot of jokes, Sophie, but...that's just because it's easier, you know? It's how I deal. But that doesn't mean I don't care. I do. A lot."

She was suddenly very aware of how close he was, and the way his arms were around her. She felt her cheeks flame and hoped he couldn't feel the change in her mood.

-Shannon Messenger-Exile-page 493

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