Charlotte's POV

His eyes were sexy, and I felt a wave of shyness wash over me. I had the urge to avert my gaze, but he held my gaze, refusing to let me look away.

I shook my head, but noticed his gaze shift from my face to my lips, and he bit his bottom lip.

His eyes remained fixed on my lips for a lingering moment, indicating his desire to kiss me. However, he restrained himself.

Feeling flustered, I shifted my gaze away from him, only to hear him clear his throat.

"You look familiar, especially when you seem scared. Have we met before?" His question compelled me to...