Chapter Nine

Miracle's POV

Leo nervously gulped, his piercing gaze locked onto me, making me feel uneasy. I couldn't decipher the expression on his face, and I began to wonder if maybe my makeup was too heavy, or if I looked like a clown. I caught myself fidgeting and breaking eye contact, feeling self-conscious.

"Do you need me to change?" I asked timidly.

"Huh?" Leo responded, seeming confused.

"I asked if you need me to change into something else," I repeated, my voice barely above a whisper.

"No, the uh… the dress is perfect."

I exhaled quietly, noticing his stutter, and wondered why.

"It's great for the event. Where did you get it from?" He asked, trying to make conversation.

"I bought it yesterday," I replied, feeling guilty. "I was supposed to wear it to make your girlfriend jealous. I'm sorry for messing things up, and I promise..."

"It's fine," Leo interrupted, waving off my apology. We fell into an awkward silence, neither of us knowing what to say.

Finally, Leo spoke up, breaki