They stood by the lobby floor for what seemed like a few minutes, but who was counting. Both could barely look at each other as they stood silently, lost for words.
But what could he tell her when the only logical word to say was goodbye. But he did not want to leave, not yet. He wanted to stay and be with her.
"Would you like to go up to my room?" Finally, Amelia was the first one to break the silence. "The least I can do for saving my life is to treat you with breakfast." She added quickly, making him realize she was only returning the favor.
But he would grab anything she would offer as long as it was more time spent with her. He knew he suddenly sounded pathetic, but he did not care anymore. He was happy. That was what mattered.
"Oh! I have forgotten about breakfast." He quickly replied. "Sure, I think I can eat a horse." Then, they both laugh at his silly joke. At least it broke the awkwardness between them.
