Chapter 43

My eyes widen. Am I that easy to read? He must have heard the question in my mind.

“It’s nothing serious. I just have a way of reading body language.”

“Well, you must be an expert at that,” I say.

“I won’t call myself an expert. Let’s just say I know when I spot someone in distress.”

I can’t help the smile that spreads on my lips. Dwayne stops dancing while the music continues.

“My goodness, you should smile more often. You’re beautiful. I’m sure other men who have been eyeing you all night will want to tear me apart right now,” he says.

“Oh, stop being dramatic,” I respond.

“Trust me, I’m not. Tell me more about yourself, Natalia ,” he insists.

“There is nothing much to say.”

He resumes dancing and effortlessly guides me through the music. I feel an electrifying gaze on me without even turning around.

“I don’t believe that. I mean, I know you’re definitely an angel. It’s an explanation for why you’re so beautiful but tell me more,” he says.

I’m about to share more when the unexpected