Chapter 65: Beauty & Xander
"My name's Xander," Alex said, extending his hand. "And I just want to keep you company until your husband comes back. That is, if you don't mind."
Pretending to consider, Emma finally agreed after a moment. "Alright, Xander. Keep me company," she said, and Alex nodded, flashing her a dimpled smile that Emma hadn't noticed before.
Her heart skipped a beat, and for a moment, she found herself lost, just staring at him.
"Thank you for giving me the privilege to sit with a beautiful woman like you," Alex said, bringing Emma out of her reverie.
"So, beautiful, may I know your name, or should I just call you Beauty?" He teased, and Emma raised a brow.
"Why Beauty?" Emma asked, amused.
"Because you're the most beautiful woman I've ever seen. Your presence lights up the room," Alex said smoothly, surprised at himself.
Emma laughed. "I give up!" she blurted, unable to keep up with Alex, who was teasing her. Her heart was fluttering too much at his endless compliments, and she didn't know how long it would be before she developed a heart problem.
"Give up what?" Alex asked, feigning confusion. "Did I do something wrong?"
Emma looked at him for a moment and then shook her head. "Never mind," Emma replied, giggling.
"So, what are you doing here alone, Xander?" Emma asked, and he shook his head.