"Who says I need to ask?" Nathan raised an eyebrow and took a few more sips of her drink before leaning back in his chair and getting a nice, long look at that exposed back.

"See, no checking needed," he added, smirking at her. "You've a very nice back, Caroline. Not that I doubted it or needed to tell you but since I've just taken a gander, I can add my accolades to the list that I'm sure you've received. Nathan seal of approval."