Ethan's POV
Stella's cheeks flushed a deeper shade of pink, and she averted her gaze. "I don't know. Besides, you've been keeping me talking with my arms full of books this whole time."
I glanced down at the stack in my arms, then back at her with a grin. "Well, technically, I'm holding half of your books. So, really, I'm doing you a favor."
"I will repay you for this tremendous act of kindness."
"Well, now that you mention it..." I waggled my eyebrows suggestively. "I can think of a few ways."
"Dream on, Library Guy."
"Hey, I thought we were past that. It's Ethan, remember? Or 'Your Highness' if you're feeling formal."
"Well, Your Highness, as much as I've enjoyed this little chat, I need to get going."
"Already? But we were just getting to the good part," I pouted, giving her my
