Denial and Desire

Beatrix rubbed the spot where Alaric had ruffled her hair, wincing. "Ouch, Alaric, you're gonna knock me silly. Are you gonna take care of me if I end up brain-damaged? I'm not dating anyone, so what are you even talking about?

"If I was actually dating someone, do you really think I'd be hiding it from you guys? Seriously, you don't actually think I'm with that kid, do you? Where did you even get