Billy sputtered, shaking his head and tugging her along a little faster. This time, he was sure to keep his voice low and close to her ear. "He thinks we're going to...uh, use the shot's protection right away," he explained.

"But come on. We have plans to make for after this errand." He didn't know what they were, but they would be plans. By the time they formed, he hoped his embarrassment would be less visible.