No

Mari tried to be nonchalant, but her heart was beating furiously.

‘I’m saying, you’re always nice to me when others in your social circle aren’t, so I’m happy to return the favour. You’re a good-looking guy, I’m a girl with needs who has no time or inclination for a boyfriend. You’re frustrated, I’m frustrated. If you ever want to fool around or get laid, just let me know.’ She tugged her arm out of his hand, and walked out of the cupboard, trying to sway her hips as she did so.

She tried to act cool and not look back, but she couldn’t resist a tiny look over her shoulder as she paused in the corridor.

He stood in the doorway of the cupboard staring after her.

She took that as a good sign.