When I looked up, he was right in front of me, offering me his hand, my breath hitched, quivering by the ferocity of his intense gaze.

"Can I tell you a secret?" He asked. Nodding, I gave him my hand.

He kissed my knuckles as usual and whispered, "I am trying."

Uncontrollably numbed by the yearning his words held, I was left flabbergasted yet fascinated at myself of how he was trying but this fear was just so stubborn.

Knowing it all that Prince was the one who saved my life, who kept me secure yet I couldn't relax in his presence even after knowing he was protecting me.

"I...