Porcupine Ridge you did not break me

Terich enveloped her in his embrace, placing his chin across her shoulders as he held her close. Terich's heart beat rapidly beneath his breast at their closeness, but there was no way in hell he'd ever reveal his true feelings. They were friends first and foremost; how would she react to his confession? Terich didn't want to find out, so kept his thoughts to himself, quietly nursing his own worries. After a moment, he pulled back, and kissed her forehead. Want to do something distracting? he asked softly, looking into her brilliant periwinkle eyes. He'd do anything for her, especially if it meant getting her mind off whatever was troubling her.