Wow, that was easy. Root likes getting a rise out of people but that was such a basic, reflexive tease, she didn't think anything would come of it. She laughs a little in surprise and immediately takes off after him, her stride quick and eager, Bear trotting beside.

"I guess a small town is a small town, even in apocalyptic winter," she says with evident amusement. She could say she has someone, too; she could get into that she doesn't think monogamy is a really great life choice for most people; she could push more, flirt more, to see where it goes. But Root would rather get information than give it.

"Don't worry, you're so not my type. You say that like your 'someone' is here -- who are they?"