"I didn't say I wouldn't share the book around with people who might be interested," Z said. She certainly hadn't been planning on sharing it with anyone but Adam and Victoria, but that was mostly because it hadn't occurred to her that other people might want to see it. Gabe didn't need to know that.
"I appreciate you writing me an introduction and really, even if I get get a politely worded no or a howler, it's a start. He'll know who I am and I can work with that."
Z'd gotten what she wanted from Gabe and she should leave-she had about a million things to do still. But. She was still concerned about him. She didn't expect him to open up about anything, but Gabe's casual brush off and redirection didn't sit well with Z. She hesitated for a moment longer.