Chapter 58

If anyone noticed they did not show it. Harbem was so entranced by Alexa’s gaze that it took a few moments before he realized she had stopped talking. His gaze drifted to her soft, beautiful lips which he longed to kiss and he watched as they slowly became a smile and then a giggle showing Alexa’s beautiful white teeth.

Harbem tried to recover his composure quickly. Not so much for Alexa but for fear of anyone who might be watching.

“I’m sorry what did you say?”

Alexa giggled again. “The mangoes sir. One silver apiece?”

“Right.” He fished in his garments for silver coins and handed them to Alexa. He took her hand in one of his and gently squeezed it. Then he placed the coins in the palm of her hand while he savoured the touch of her skin, the feel of her hands against his while he looked into her eyes. He watched as her cheeks flushed. The happiness that danced in her eyes ceased for a moment as it was replaced by a recognition. A knowing and a questioning as she realized Harbem wa