Maxwell settled into the plush couch, his gaze locking onto Electra's. Her piercing green eyes sparkled with curiosity as she wondered why he was giving her that intense look.
"Electra," Maxwell began, his deep voice filled with sincerity. "I want you to be my girlfriend. Let's date."
Electra's laughter burst forth like a sunlit splash, her cheeks flushing pink. "I guess you joke a lot," she said, trying to compose herself.
But Maxwell's expression remained serious. "I mean it, Electra. I want us to date, and if possible, get married soon."
Electra's eyes widened, surprise etched on her face. "When did you start thinking about this?" she asked, her voice laced with intrigue.
Maxwell's eyes softened, his voice vulnerable. "Recently. To be sincere, I don't get drawn to girls easily. The
