She was saying this just because she did not want him to misunderstand. Although they did not love each other, they were still husband and wife on paper so it was good to show him some respect.
Alexander heard that and the storm brewing inside his heart settled. He looked at Cindy again and felt that this was too unreal.
Them talking like this and explaining things so they would not misunderstand and them having such a casual conversation was something he always dreamt of.
He did not know what force pushed him but he walked in slow steps and hugged her. His arms tightly wrapped around her small frame. He whispered softly, "Cindy, let us stay like this for a little while, alright?"
Cindy Richards felt the warmth wrapping around her and her heart calmed down. She lifted her arms and wrapped them around his broad back. The two of them stayed like this for a good while before Alexander let go.