A Perfect Excuse

Gideon walked up to Maya, who opened her palm to reveal a small starfish. Maya smiled at him, "Mr. Kensington, isn't it cute?"

Gideon's voice was gentle. "Very cute."

"Here, it's for you." Maya placed the tiny starfish in his hand.

Mandy, standing nearby, grinned and teased, "Gideon, Maya is giving you her heart. You'd better take good care of it."

Maya looked up at Gideon and blushed before quick