Pippa was quite used to one night stands. And she was quite used to people who wanted to hang on when she'd rather they just go away. But for her to want to see someone again left her feeling a bit vulnerable. She was pleased Akeem seemed to not know how much effort it took to put herself out there and ask.

"Then we'll make it happen," she said as she took up the small bar of soap and a cloth. "Because I think I'd like to get to know you better."