Scarlets POV
The door closes and I'm left in the awkward silence with Simon. He looks afraid to move and a laugh that was meant to be silent escapes my mouth.
"What?" I question.
"Well, Simon, I don't want to move in with you, BUT I can't help but admit that I am attracted to you. Since the day in your office even a handshake sent complete warmth through my body. I am drawn to you. But, well, one, I've only ever dated, and obviously married and been with, Mark. It was months of hand holding before he awkwardly took my first kiss, then it was months of quick pecks before we ever explored other WAYS to kiss, we didn't have s*x until we were married. Even if I had met none of you, personal relationships will always come slow for me." His face drops in sadness, "HOWEVER, I don't bite and I'
