That was an unpleasant mental imagine but it didn't disgust Danny.

"I had guessed as much." His fingers twisted through her hair as he shifted and pulled her so that her chin would rise and she'd be able to meet his gaze without dislodging from his side. Danny didn't want to let go of her just yet.

"I can't feel your heartbeat. I didn't know if it was in my head or not but I think I figured it out." And it hadn't stopped him.