I’ve got my card. Did you want to double-check before we order?”“Yes, thanks,” she was relieved.Sean went through to the bow cabin, with Lara ...ollowing. It was small; just long enough for a person to stretch out either side, on a bunk with the lockers under, or fill in between with a shelf to make a double bed.“Why did you buy a boat you can’t stand up in?” she teased as he beckoned for one end of the tape.“A boat I can stand up in would be too big and expensive,” he sat his spare. When Chloe and I were next on the phone, after business was dealt with she asked"So are you going to the party or are you still thinking about it?" "Still mulling it over." I'll be there," she said, "and I'm quite happy to keep you company?" Well that's an offer I can't refuse." We both laughed. "Don't worry Chloe I'll be there, as will the rest of the team, don't forget that!" Don't worry," she said "I won't, but you’re not going to dance with the lads are you?"That made me laugh again."So are. "No, that's not what I mean. I think even sixteen is a little young for that. I meant that when you're older, a little more mature, then having a boyfriend is..." I am mature, Dad." I felt a little prick in my ego. "I'm not a little kid anymore." I know that. I know," he said quickly. "You're very mature. You take care of me, the house. You're amazing sometimes, but Sam, there's other things in life, like ... sex, for example that you can only understand over time and being fifteen just isn't. ‘A bit of both, I suppose. In truth.’ At least she owed him a civil answer, as uncomfortable as she was. ‘May I take it then, your coat?’ ‘Uh, no, thanks, but I will take it off… soon,’ she smiled tentatively. Ummm, do you come here often?’ ‘I suppose. A couple of times a month. And you?’ ‘I’ve only come a couple of times total. It’s been a while…’ He gave her a good-humored smirk, and she realized, embarrassed, of the double entendre. ‘Is this your first time alone?’ he asked. She paused.