It was his time to flush when she slid away from his touch, though it would have happened even if she hadn't. He wasn't used to talking to girls like that, even if he and Elijah would occasionally talk about the things they would do with hookers. Things they had picked up from older boys and likely pornographic imagery that managed to find its way to their hands.

"They would never with a great tutor like you, Miss Dawson," Elon replied. "You are a blessing to anyone who makes your acquaintance."