His teasing response made Penelo laugh, especially as she was spun again. She had enough presence not to get dizzy from it. But she found herself a touch lightheaded regardless. He'd pulled her in very close and she suddenly found herself gaping like a fish out of water, looking up--not into the face of a young boy, but a young man who was very very close.

She gulped once. And not one word would come out.

Which was ultimately ridiculous. Not that much had changed in one month, aside from his age and appearance and by the Gods, did he still have to have those adorable dimples? Penelo cleared her throat and finally commented, "Yes, I think I have been had." How brilliant.