Chapter 53

Claire's POV His hands found my waist, those gorgeous eyes locked on mine. My heart raced, and I felt a flush creeping up my neck. "What... what are you doing?" I stammered, feeling my cheeks burn hotter by the second. Lucius's lips curved into that half-smile. He was usually so serious and cold, but this almost-smile made him incredibly attractive at such close distance. "What do you think I'm going to do?" The ambiguity in his expression sent my imagination spiraling. His eyes slowly traveled down my body, and his grip on my waist tightened ever so slightly. "Well... the doctor mentioned my morning sickness is pretty severe right now. Probably not the best time to..." My voice trailed off, suddenly feeling incredibly self-conscious. I wasn't sure if it was because of the little lie I'd just told, or... or because of what he was doing to me. My brain felt foggy. Every time he got close like this, I couldn't help being drawn to him. "Not the best time for what?" he asked, leaning close