"Miss Williams, I'm not into relationships. Love isn't my game, I just... engage in physical encounters. Is that what you're seeking to end this pursuit?" Her face flushed with embarrassment at his blunt words, forcing her to look down as a mix of emotions consumed her. "No," she whispered, barely audible. He then leaned in, intensifying the situation. "Then stay away, Miss Williams. For I warn you, I'll only cause a broken heart." With a pause, he prepared to leave but stopped abruptly upon hearing her response. His fists clenched in a newfound determination. "This is what I admire about you, Your Highness," he confessed. "Your forthrightness."
