Coop gave his head a resolute shake. "Honey, you know I'd never do anything to upset you." Yes, he felt guilty for making her worry, but he would never resent her for it - it wasn't the way their relationship worked. Scooting his chair closer to hers, his arms went around her to pull her into his lap.
"And you know I like being around you." His lips touched her throat in a soft kiss. "I can think of several things I can do that would keep me nearby..."