Bella tilted her head, curious, soft, trusting. "Talk to me then…"
Leo couldn't help himself. He let out a low chuckle and leaned forward, brushing the tip of his nose gently against hers before pressing a light kiss there.
"You're so cute," he murmured, his voice thick with affection.
Bella lifted her chin proudly, her lips curling into the most self-satisfied smile. "I know!!"
Leo blinked at her. Then laughed. A genuine laugh that made his eyes crinkle ever so slightly. He looked at her with a mix of amusement and disbelief.
"Oh?" he teased, raising an eyebrow. "So you know you're cute?"
Bella nodded immediately, her whole face brightening. "Of course!" she said, puffing up like a proud kitten.
Leo leaned back slightly, watching her with that patient, indulgent amusement of a man completely wrapped around his wife's little finger. "You're unbelievable," he murmured, brushing her hair behind her ear. "This smug face… how can someone be this adorable?"
