he knew

She turned her head to steal a glance. He's over there on the couch, reading quietly. His eyes slowly scan the page, soaking up information. Her eyes are captured; she can't look away. She notices him smile slightly. What's so funny? she wonders. Then, he looks up. She quickly looks away. His smile turned into a full-fledged grin. That's why he was smiling. He knew, didn't he.

- s.m.