"You opened this up. If... I mean.." She was in excited in all ways, even though he had pulled back. If it had not been for the change, the distraction, no doubt she would have sensed his turmoil. At least until it was properly masked. As he was far better than she was at hiding his emotions.
Shannon closed her eyes and touched a finger to him. Just a finger. And she felt the flame flow. She felt it, not engulf him, but dance along his skin, as if he were part of her. But the color was different. She opened her eyes. "Can you.. feel it?"