A Love Trap

It is said that seriousness adds charm to a man. While Andrew was checking the menu, Ashley allowed herself to stare at him. It was hard for her to take her eyes off him.

Andrew read the menu with his eyes downcast. His long lashes cast shadows over his eyes, effectively covering any emotions he might have had.

Normally, as a frequent visitor at this restaurant, Andrew did not need to check the menu. The manager would reserve the room and his assistant would arrange all for him.

He knew Andrew's taste for food.

But today it was different. He wanted to make sure that the food met Ashley's taste. Fortunately, there was information on her profile regarding her food preferences. She had a very different taste from him.

While Andrew like bland and light food, Ashley preferred those heavy with spices and had a kick of heat.

When he had picked up the menu, he pretty much already knew what he was going to order.

Soon he met Ashley's eyes staring at him seriously, which made him both excited and nervous.

Andrew's fingers twitched unconsciously. Discreetly, he raised his menu slowly to hide his face.

'Why is she staring at me like that? Is there something on my face?' he thought.

All of a sudden, his confidence faltered. He did not think that it was his charm that attracted her.

After a while, the waitress finally broke the silence. "Excuse me, Madame, Sir. Are you ready to order?" she asked, looking at them intently. Her voice pierced through the awkward atmosphere

which seemed to stretch on forever.

Ashley jerked her eyes back and lowered her head embarrassingly.

little annoyed with herself for unknowingly

at him anymore, Andrew gave out a deep breath of relief. He then called the attention of the waitress and said his order in a low voice.

morning. They were very fresh, but, consequently, took longer to cook.

looked at Andrew and

definitely get her into trouble. It wouldn't be easy for her

fault with her. But, when she was in front of

back for my help?" he asked lightly. He watched her, waiting for her

eyes once more, and was suddenly lost for words. 'What?' she thought to herself. She was expecting him to say "You're welcome", and had

taken off guard and was left speechless.

at her with his intense eyes, still expecting

"Maybe I'll take you out for

Ashley had no idea how much Andrew wanted to be

and frighten her off --

from him was all that he desired. It was his utmost intention to win her heart,

cool and calm demeanor, there was a possessiveness for her that

message to Ellie and tell her that she was eating outside and would

Ellie replied, as if

Ashley checked her WeChat moments.

or frown at what

quietly watching her all along. His

absorbed by the newly-posted WeChat moments that she almost forgot

realized this, she

and wondered whether she could pick up a

raised her head to look around, her eyes resting on the French window beside their table. She gently parted