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W: That’s a yes, then.

H: Christ, OK, sure, we kissed. We kissed a couple of times. And we nearly, you know, went further. But we didn’t. And now it’s over.

W: You sound sad about that.

H: No, I’m really fucking happy about that.

W: Because?

H: Because otherwise this conversation would be a whole different kettle of fish. Because – oh, hang on. We’ve got an early bird here. Just, um, let me move to another room. Morning, Fiona. Yeah… on the phone… No, no, you’re fine.

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H: OK, I’m back. God knows why she’s up before lunchtime. Anyway, where were we?

W: You were kissing another woman. And nearly shagging her.

H: But not shagging her. Let’s concentrate on the positives, shall we?

W: OK. Though not doing something’s actually a negative.

H: Funny.

W: Yeah. I’m hysterical, me.

H: You OK?

W: Uh huh.

H: Uh huh, meaning?

W: I need to think about it. Can we put a name to this mystery person? It might make things easier.

H: I don’t think that would make things easier at all. So no.

W: OK, point taken. Maybe not. Do I know her?

H: No. You definitely don’t.

W: Right. OK, then. Oh, one last question on… all that… Is she still around? At your school?

H: Yes, she is. But she’s dating… She’s, um, in a relationship with someone else from work now.

W: Is he married too?

H: No, as it happens, he isn’t. Which is probably why their story has… you know… blossomed.

W: Blossomed?

H: Yeah, you know, worked out or whatever…

W: OK. And how do you feel about all this blossoming?

H: Fine. Relieved.

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