Strangely, my heart started racing. Even I didn't understand why I was reacting this way.

Taking a deep breath, I replied:

[Why can't you pursue her?]

Ryan:

[She's married.]

I froze, my fingers hovering over the screen. Biting my lip, I finally typed back:

[Never thought Mr. Hudson would be interested in a married woman. Going after someone's wife isn't right—Grandpa would be furious.]

Ryan: ...