"If it makes you uncomfortable, I'll just sleep downstairs. I won't come near you until you're asleep and I don't expect anything from you. I promise." He paused.

I stared up into his eyes intensely, studying his features intently. I studied his face carefully before finally making my decision.

"Okay." I responded softly.

Ethan's expression instantly lit up and he looked absolutely delighted.

"Really?" He asked, sounding rather hopeful.

I gave him a nod in response and I watched as he grabbed a pen and pad from the drawer by the bed, scribbling something down on the pad before turning it around for me to read.

''Do you trust me?''...