She turned her head to look at Simon Sterling. Their eyes met, and the warmth flowing in both their gazes made their hearts tremble quickly in that moment.
Yes, this had always been the way they got along.
Twenty years ago, Simon had already been this gentle and meticulous with her. In front of him, she could act spoiled as much as she wanted, and he would always take care of her feelings in every way, letting her make a fuss.
As for Simon, maybe that first spark of liking him was because she was bewitched by his looks.
Then the second glance, and all the infatuation that followed, and the love that turned into hate?
It was because of the way he pampered her, leaving her no way to ever find a second Simon.
"He's always treated me like this." Claire Sullivan softened her voice. As she answered, a blush rose on her cheeks.
