“What a coincidence that you were closest when Carla suddenly needed to sit down.” He’s not even trying to hold back his smile. “I hope you’re not accusing my new best friend of anything.” “Like what?” I play dumb. “Like helping me orchestrate getting to be your partner for a dance.” “I’d never suspect anything like that from you.” His smile takes on a wicked edge. “You should.” “You’re too sweet to be sneaky.” “And you clearly know nothing about me. You should fix that.”
