We stared at each other for a long time, neither one of us making an attempt to say something or look away. His silver eyes were bright under the moonlight, the emotion on his face hard to read. "Thank you." I finally whispered. His brow rose. "For what?" I smiled, "for apologizing." He looked away from my gaze, his muscles tensed. "When will you be back?" he asked. His voice held a hint of desperation, was it possible he wanted to see me? Don't be silly Alina. He doesn't see you that way and he never will. It was best I kept my mind focused from now on, it was the only way to prevent myself from getting hurt. My heart was still racing from his apology and I had to fight to keep a clear mind at his close proximity. "I'll be back tomorrow, around the same exact time." He