Chapter 54: Give In

"What if I feel the same way?"

After the words left Katrina's mouth, they were too shocked to react. Even Kathrina silently cursed at her impulsive behavior. She had the urge to take back everything as embarrassment hit her. Kathrina shifted, wanting to escape her, but Arthur's hand went to her waist. His hold was firm, stopping her breath for a moment.

"What did you just say?" His tone dropped lower than it already was.

The heat of Arthur's gaze at her was so intense that Katharina felt like he was looking through her. It was so deep that she had the impression Arthur could see every thought and feeling. He made her feel naked even though she was completely clothed.

Kathrina averted his gaze, yet she knew he was waiting for her to speak. She lost her courage to even stare at his brown orbs. She could feel the rapid beating of her heart, and she believed he must be able to hear it. How she hoped she never said those words.