"It takes more than just a pretty face to impress me," Mathias answers and although he's smiling, he genuinely means that as well. There's a difference between that initial attraction and wanting to spend more time with someone. Everyone is fascinating in their own way, but too often it turns out to be only on the surface.

It's why he prefers to watch. Standing on the sidelines lessens the chance of disappointment.

"Besides, she would just get herself kidnapped and I, having spent too much time with her, would be a prime suspect," he points out, looking pleased with himself for having reached this conclusion.