Her heart skips a beat as she listens to him say that. She can't help but smile slightly, feeling a warmth spread through her chest. "Thank you, sweetie," she whispers, her voice barely audible above the sound of her racing heart. As much as it embarrasses her, hearing him think of her in that way feels...good.
She takes a deep breath, trying to steady herself before speaking again. "Look, I'm sorry if this is awkward or anything for you."