[ Of course he'd assume he did something, it's natural. And of course she can't just sit there with her hands to herself, of course she has to give his knee a firm pat, because that's natural too. For her, at least, tactile as she is. ]

Hell no, you did just fine. Good swagger, nice approach, top notch playful flirting.

[ She's seen better, but that's one truth she'll definitely keep to herself. She offers a crooked smile, edging along apologetic. She'd never dream of not affording him an explanation for the fake out. ]

I'm dating Sigma and I said I'd try out monogamy. I was gonna say it's just a kiss so it's fine, but... god, you should see the puppy dog eyes he can do. I didn't wanna risk that.