It felt as if he was scared that she would shatter if he hugged her too tightly.

"I'm sorry, Serenity..." he whispered in her ear, "But can you let me hold you like this for a while longer?" he begged, with his voice choking back tears.

He was the mighty Crown Prince of the entertainment industry, but now, he humbly begged her.

Serenity's chest felt heavy. She remained still, nestled in Lucas' arms.

He held her tenderly as if she were a cherished dream. She breathed in his scent as his heartbeat rang in her ears.

She couldn't tell how long they stood there before he finally released her.

"I'm sorry," Lucas apologized a second time, "I got too emotional. I confused you with... someone in my imagination."

"It's okay," Serenity replied softly, aware of who he was referring to.

"But it won't happen again." He gazed intently into her eyes, his voice resolute, "From now on, I won't mistake you for anyone else. You're you. You're unique. You're Serenity Lewis, the only person in t