they were n't a couple in public , either . then i backed off just a bit and took a good look . everybody in the room turned around for the source of that comment . i 'd put everything on the line , had given myself to him completely , and what had i gotten in return ? in fact , he 'd sent himself , i realized as he met me at the door , taking my bag and my arm without a word . i rolled my eyes at the nickname , but did n't bother to correct him again . 