The table between them was small, barely enough space for the plates and wine glasses, yet it still felt like there was too much distance. Camille's fork moved slowly, pushing food around more than she was actually eating.Every now and then, her eyes would lift, just for a moment, catching Pierce's gaze before darting away again. There was something about him sitting across from her, in a tailored suit, his ember eyes glinting in the soft glow from the burner above them.He looked beautiful.Afraid to be caught staring, she only dared to look at him for five seconds before looking away again. She told herself she was being subtle. She wasn't."If you want to look," Pierce said suddenly, his voice deep, "then look without restraint."Her fork froze paused halfway to her lips. "I wasn't—""Yes, you were," he said, the corner of his mouth curling slightly. "You've been doing it since we sat down. I'm not complaining... but if you want to look, then look."Her fingers tightened slightly
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