With her words hanging in the air, all Lily can do is brace herself for what comes next. Nervous and anxious, she tries to gauge Lucian's reaction, but his face remains unreadable, masking the internal struggle he's facing.
Lucian blinks, his eyes darting back and forth in confusion. He is torn between his desire to seize the moment and the realization that doing so would be a cowardly move. *Why is she acting this way? She's arousing me, and she really shouldn't. Imagine when she finds out the truth; she certainly won't be doing this then. I can't let my guard down.*
Lily, observing his lack of immediate response, feels her confusion deepen. *Is it really so difficult for him?* she wonders, her mind racing with uncertainty.
Turning away from her, Lucian grabs his cigarette and lighter.
