The closing down was, in and of itself, an interesting reaction, Zoe thought as they danced. The short, almost curt answer? Also interesting. Both things would have made her...wary, she decided, a few months ago. They still should, of course. David could still hurt her if he decided to, but Zoe had some more confidence in her ability to stab back.

Her smile was warm and bright. "Oh, no," she said. "I very much doubt he has. You're right."