23: Secrets And Lies

Looking at Sergio, I could see how his eyes were fixed on my lips. That was it. My moment of power. I covered my face with my hand. "I'm so sorry, Sergio. I also don't know what I was thinking. Seeing you so close, feeling your concern, I couldn't resist...." I calculatedly trailed off, letting the unspoken words hang in the air. "I shouldn't have done that."

I peeked at him through my fingers, wanting to see other reaction my action might have sparked.

Sergio remained completely still, then a ripple of confusion washed over his face. His brows furrowed.

He hummed; his intense gaze still fixated in mine, seemingly searching for something. The kiss had indisputably ignited something in him.

"I'm sorry..." I apologized again, looking everywhere but him.

"It's fine," Sergio finally broke his silence. "I will speak to the receptionist." And with that, he was gone. striding out of the room.

I let out a chuckle. I couldn't help but wonder why he seemed so shocked and confused by the k