"There is...nothing to unravel. I am pretty much your normal girl." I said, shrugging lightly for emphasis. I did hope he bought it. I hoped he thought I felt as casual as I tried to make my answer.
He just kept watching me for a few seconds, before he picked his spoon again. He said nothing, and continued to slowly eat, his eyes focused on the table.
I picked my spoon too, leaning forward. I tried to eat, but now, I could not concentrate. He seemed almost resolute in saying nothing, and I swallowed, wondering if my attempt at being casual had been a little too much.
"Carl?" I said, leaning a little.
He raised his head, meeting my eyes. "Yes?"
"What would it mean to be bare in front of you?" I asked him, my eyes searching his eyes for the answers I knew his lips might not tell.
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