His good looks caused Melissa's face to flush and her heart to race.

In a quiet voice, Melissa confessed, "I feel unworthy.”

She didn't see herself as good enough for him. After their intimacy, she even said, "You don't have to feel obligated towards me. We're both adults. You really don't need to take responsibility."

Marcus' eyes held a significant gaze.

Melissa was already 22 years of age; not too old or too young.