I Need Your Warmth (Original, English Version)

Chapter 2 - Clara Regan

He stared too intensely when he walked me to my door. I felt a bit breathless because of it. It's like he's stealing the air around me. I suddenly didn't know how to react. My heart was beating so fast.

I think I managed to thank him and I still felt like it was a dream when he reached out to touch my cheek. It was very light, then he leaned down to kiss it, too. His lips felt like feather against my skin. I felt electrified. He went away after that. I might have waved at him as he drove away before I got inside my apartment. Damn it. I went straight to the kitchen to get a glass of water. I admit I have a crush on the guy, but I didn't expect him to be that irresistible. I had a hard time keeping my eyes away from him so it wouldn't be too obvious. I'm sure a lot of women throw themselves at him. My knees felt weak, and that's just from a kiss on the cheek. I can't help touching the place where his lips touched. I felt his breath on my ear, then. It was tickling. I shook my head. Don't overthink. It must be his way of saying goodbye. He might not mean anything by it. Despite that thought, I still smiled. It's so good to finally meet him. The photos I've seen don't do him justice. He's much better in person. He has a good personality, too. He didn't seem arrogant given his many achievements.

On our way, I thought the silence would be so awkward and I was afraid to talk because he might not like it. Who knew he would be the talkative one? Meeting him and being able to talk to him are already too much for me. I can't contain my excitement and happiness. It took me quite a while to calm myself and get the rest I needed. I still have a project I need to work on in the coming days.

The next Monday, his assistant came to the office to get a copy of the contract and the proposal. The assistant also asked for my contact details, for easier communication. I thought I'll be corresponding with him, but it was Allen who sent me messages. I tried to maintain my professionalism as I update him on project details.

When we met a few weeks later to see the location and the progress on the property, I can't help feeling conscious of his stare. Whenever I try to take a look at him, I find him staring at me. Once, I tried returning his stare just to see if he would look away. He didn't. I ended up looking away when I couldn't stand it any longer. My heart is definitely not calm.

"Why are you staring too much?" I ended up asking, I feel tired with too much nerves since we met up.

His smile is devastating.

"I like looking at you." His statement is a bit...

"Are you hitting on me?" I meant to say it as a joke, but he took it seriously.

"Is it working?" He asked, and damn him... I almost couldn't catch my breath. I'm not sure about my expression as I looked at him. When he stepped closer, I could almost smell him. He smells so good. He took another step and I felt my knees giving way. It was embarrassing. He held me at my waist to prevent me from slumping on the floor and my breath hitched. Too close. I had my hands on his chest and it felt warm and firm underneath. My thoughts are already running wild. I swallowed as I try to look at his face.

"Are you okay?" He looked a bit worried, and there's concern in his voice.

"Too close..." I managed to say, but damn... I can't believe I actually swooned.