"I...I was just thinking," she stammered, her eyes drifting up to his. "You're really...impressive."

The smile on Mark's face grew wider, his eyes glinting with amusement. "Is that what you like?" he asked, his voice dripping with suggestion. "The way I make you feel?"

Lena nodded, feeling her cheeks heat up. "Yeah. You just...seem so...powerful."

As Mark's gaze locked onto hers, Lena felt her heart stumble. For a moment, she thought she saw a flicker of interest in his eyes, a spark that hinted he might just be interested in exploring the intense attraction that simmered between them.