Kimi's eyes darted away from Kolton the moment their gazes locked. The intensity in his stare made her pulse quicken in ways she didn't want to acknowledge. Kirk caught the exchange immediately, his territorial instincts flaring as he pulled her closer against his side.
"Something wrong?" His voice carried an edge that made several nearby guests glance their way.
The moment Kirk spoke, Kimi slammed shut every mental connection she had open, including the mate bond that hummed between them like a live wire. She shook her head quickly, too quickly.
"Nothing at all."
"Having second thoughts about your own design?"
When she turned to respond, their faces were suddenly inches apart. The words died on her lips as heat flooded her cheeks. Around them, photographers who had been capturing the models suddenly swiveled their cameras toward the couple.
"Kirk, everyone's watching us-"
