David went back to his own dinner, knowing that he had deflected her from asking prying questions, even if he hadn’t gotten her mind off the subject. He focused himself on her. He resolved to turn on all of his charm, make sure that she was as enamored with him as she could be. That way, she would only think the best of him.

He would also work on separating himself from her, emotionally. He had to sever any ties he felt, get rid of any bond. He’d come to a decision. He had ...