“I’m a hopeless case, aren’t I, Coach?” she stated, narrowing her eyes at him.
“I’ve already told you, it’s only a matter of practice,” he responded with a raspy voice.
“Okay. In that case, I’ll practice at home. But for now, I’d better go. My shift is starting soon."
Since the man wasn’t about to move, he remained staring at her with a quizzical expression on his face, Alex asked him, "What is it?”
“It’s nothing,” he shook his head. Believe me, my love, it’s better for both of us if you don’t know! – he added in thought.
“I’d give a penny to know what’s going on… right here!” she said, playfully pursing her lips, and pointing in the direction of his temple.
Her spontaneous reaction to his unspoken thought really pierced him to the heart. His lips parted, and he exhaled sharply. It s
