A blush crept up Ele's cheeks and she looked down at her glass. His compliment made her feel warm inside, and she couldn't help the small smile that pulled at her lips. Tyler thought she was pretty, and had told her as much. Admitting to herself, Tyler was very handsome, and he was sweet, funny, kind... Why couldn't she be normal and just flirt like a normal woman her age? Maybe have a fun little "thing" with him? But no, her heart remained guarded, if not a little interested.

"We'll see."

She whispered.