Perhaps Sherry's words were too strong, and the slightest hint of ambiguity that had surfaced between them disappeared without a trace in an instant.

Edward also looked as if he had instantly lost interest, his eyes full of detachment.

He stopped mentioning anything about last night, much less continuing the conversation.

Sherry felt embarrassed too, clutching the glass of water in her hand and lowering her head until it was fully light and her feet were numb from sitting, ...