"I could," she says, but she's dubious. They aren't exactly the most trusting of people.

But he takes her hand in his and she's horribly afraid he's seen right through all the excuses and complications she's drawing like a veil over her own thoughts. As usual, he sees right to the heart of her, and it means she has to take a hard look, herself.

Sharon curls her fingers around his. "I can't help thinking this would be a lot easier if he could just send me."