He kissed me back, but then recoiled, studying me. I felt uncomfortable under his gaze.

"What's the matter?" I asked him, batting my eyelashes. I had to continue the innocent act.

Pinching my cheek, he asked, "Should I assume your deflection means you are trying to seduce me?"

Underneath him, I was helpless. There was nothing I could do. My only hope was to charm him, let his guard down, then I might be able to find his weak ...