Chapter 32

Leonardo braced one hand against the door, leaning down. His strikingly handsome face inched close to hers—so close that they nearly touched. Samantha's eyes widened in shock before she panicked. She squeezed them shut and turned her head away, trying to avoid him. Leonardo lowered his gaze, staring at her. He'd only realized it when he'd seen her actively seeking out Ethan—she'd asked him about Ethan when she'd texted him. At the time, he'd been too focused on the fact that she'd agreed to accompany him for the check-up. He hadn't paid attention to anything else. With this train of thought, he came up with a conclusion. "Is Ethan the reason why you offered to come with me for my check-up?" His lips hovered right by her ear. Whether it was intentional or not, they brushed against her ear as he spoke, sending a warm sensation that made her ears burn red. She kept her head turned, still afraid to meet his gaze. But she still answered honestly, "Yes." That one word ignited a fir