Lucas POV
I gaze at Kaylie, her clear eyes filled with confusion. I search for the right words, trying not to hurt her feelings.
"Listen to me, Kaylie," I begin, starting the conversation, but realizing that my choice of words isn't the best. I feel like a teacher instructing a student to pay attention.
"What should I listen to when you've been staring at me and sighing all this time?" Kaylie asks, her smile gentle.
"Listen, Listen " I unintentionally repeat the word. "I'm sorry." I blurt out unnecessary words and immediately regret saying them.
"Take it easy, Lucas. Breathe and talk to me. I will try to understand everything you say," Kaylie reassures me. I take a deep breath and carefully choose my words to avoid hurting Kaylie's feelings.
"Kaylie, my love... It's not that I'm not
