Chapter 34

Cassandra's eyes sparkled with a mix of curiosity and disbelief as she asked, "You're just being polite, aren't you?"

Thomas, his voice a low rumble, replied, "I'm not that virtuous, Cassandra."

She blinked, her long lashes casting shadows on her cheeks, a picture of innocent allure. "So, you have feelings for me? I mean, really have feelings for me?"

Thomas held her gaze, his eyes reflecting the soft light of the room. "Yes, I do. Would that be a problem?"

A small smile played on Cassandra's lips as she shook her head gently. "No, not at all. I have feelings for you too, Thomas."

A wide, genuine smile spread across Thomas's face, his eyes shining like stars. "Say it again," he urged, his voice barely above a whisper.

Cassandra's smile deepened, her cheeks flushing a soft pink. "I have feelings for you too, Thomas."

Thomas's grin gre