Elena's POV.

　　"Are you okay?" Professor Derek asked, his low, husky voice sending a thrill through me. How did he manage to affect me so profoundly with just his voice? I felt my legs tremble beneath me as he spoke again, his tone laced with concern.

　　"Are you okay?" He asked again.

　　I nodded hastily, trying to compose myself. "Yes, yes, I'm fine," I said, gently pulling myself away from the grasp. "So sorry about that!" I said looking away so he ...