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Alisha keeps smiling. "What if I say arrogant, insensitive jerk? Does that ring a bell?"
Flashes of deep chocolate-brown eyes take over my mind, and my body responds at once. I press my legs together because of the sudden tingling sensation, and I bite on my bottom lip as my mind guesses why she is saying those specific words.
She smirks. "Ah, bells are ringing."
"Who told you that?"
"Charlotte explained how you came close to hitting a car this morning. And that you called the driver of the other car an arrogant, insensitive jerk."
My cheeks burn. "So?"
"Well... it turns out the man you called an arrogant, insensitive jerk is Amanda's brother. His name is Nick Brown. He's the most desirable bachelor in Boston."
Alisha smiles as my mouth opens and closes, but no words come out.
Oh my God, you’ve got to be kidding me right now. How in the world is that possible? I remember Amanda's eyes; they reminded me of him. They're brother and sister!
"Charlotte ran to him and hugged him the moment she saw him. It was adorable, Emma," she says. "She has a nickname for him—Giant." Alisha's expression has turned into a dreamy one.
"What? He's here?" I ask.
"Yes, he's here. He came here to show his support for his sister."
No, no, please—this can't be happening.
"Where's Charlotte?" I mumble with caution. Alisha walks to the curtain that separates us from the rest of the room and gestures for me to come.
"Peak through this curtain—Charlotte is sitting at one of the front tables."
I move to the curtain and pull it aside. I'm captivated by the room—it's elegant. The decorators used blue and purple colors, which, combined with the running water, give the room a magical, angelic vibe. The place is full of people chatting and waiting for the auction to begin. My focus drifts to the tables in the front.
When my eyes find Charlotte, my heart skips a beat. Even from this distance, her eyes are sparkling, and a gigantic smile brightens her face. My heart skips a beat when my eyes gravitate to the man sitting next to her.
It's him. It's Mister Chocolate Eyes.
He's wearing a black suit. The top two buttons of his white shirt are open, and my eyes wander over his chest. This man oozes confidence and masculinity. I suck my bottom lip between my teeth as my attention roams further over his stylish appearance. The way his lips curl up when he grins causes a stream of desire to course through my body. His physical appearance goes from sexy to utterly irresistible with that golden smile he has. And the way he interacts with Charlotte is stirren unknown feelings deep inside of me.
"Are you done drooling? The auction is starting," Alisha whispers from behind me.
I jump up and close the curtain before walking back to where I was standing.
"He's easy on the eyes, isn't he?" Alisha asks.
I shrug. "A little."
"Oh, you big, fat liar. I saw the way you were gawking at him. You're attracted to him. The way he interacts with Charlotte is heart-melting. Admit it, Em."
I notice Mister Nick has convinced my feisty friend with his alluring appearance. Alisha's smiling face shows it. But I know I have to use my rational mind here—I can't risk Charlotte getting hurt. Or me.
I shake off the warm feeling that has taken over my body. "Oh, stop it, Alisha. Did you even consider the possibility that he might try to make a wonderful impression by pretending to be this kind?"
She cocks her eyebrow up at me. "Fine. I see you have your walls back up."
I let out a giant sigh. God, please help me get through tonight.
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"Enjoying the pink drink?"
