Caesar's heart skipped a beat as he met her gaze,
feeling an unexpected flutter in his chest.
Breaking the silent moment,
Caesar nodded towards the tray and said softly,
"Eat the mango pastry too...
You might be hungry."
Ivanna nodded slowly,
still looking at him with that gentle gaze
before turning her attention to the pastry.
She picked up the fork beside the plate
and dug in happily,
the crunch of the pastry and sweetness of mango
bringing a soft smile to her face.
Caesar watched her eat,
his eyes filled with warmth as he smiled inwardly –
she looked adorable enjoying the pastry he had chosen for her.
As she ate,
Ivanna occasionally glanced up at Caesar,
her eyes sparkling with appreciation
for the thoughtful gestures –
the tea, the pastry, and his gentle care.
Caesar leaned back in his chair slightly,
his elbows on the armrests,
hands clasped together as he continued to watch her,
feeling a sense of contentment wash over him –
