Clara's smile was radiant, causing Matthew, seated across from her, to squint slightly.

Just as he had settled in, his heart began to race uncontrollably once more.

Matthew crossed his legs and leaned back casually against the soft seat, his expression lazy yet with a hint of aloofness.

"Why should I get your attention?" he remarked, though he couldn't shake a strange sense of unease.

Clara glanced at him, her smile fading as she looked out the window. She casually ...