Maxine Martin's POV
"... Because someone loves you."
I couldn't speak after what I heard. Why did it feel like what he said had a different meaning?
My breathing was already heavy, and now I was holding it in. Sir Enzo's gaze was so intense, as if he was memorizing every part of my face. And I couldn't seem to look away from him. It was like my eyes were magnetized.
A few seconds passed before I finally let out a deep breath. I hadn't realized I was running out of air because I was holding my breath.
With my growing nervousness, I quickly looked away from Sir Enzo. I tried to catch my breath, which was fast and shallow. My heartbeat was racing.
Moments later, I suddenly felt Sir Enzo take my hand. My whole body felt cold from what he did. I turned back to look at Sir Enzo, his eyes f
