" Nothing, it's just that you look beautiful when you smile." The words dropped out of his mouth before he could stop himself.

She choked on the food in her mouth and coughed. She had not expected him to compliment her so openly, particularly not now that they were alone.

" Have this." He said and poured some water out for her, placing the glass between her lips. She swallowed some and snatched her lips back.

" How are you feeling now?." He asked and watched her nod, then cleared her throat.

" I'm fine." She replied, avoiding his eyes.

He watched her cheeks turn red. He had made her...