She bit her lip. Karen wasn't sure what he was talking about yet, but whatever it was seemed to make him nervous. "Tell me," she said softly, laying her hand upon his arm. Her eyes gazed at him without fear or judgment of whatever he might be thinking. "Whatever it is, it can't be as bad as you think it is." Or could it be? Famous last words, right? She leaned in and pressed a kiss to his lips, just a peck.