the woman very much was not looking for love again once her divorce was finalized. it was something that she decided early on, especially since the reality of everything really messed her up. her husband had fallen out of love with her and was very open about that, which in return crushed her and she knew that she wouldn’t be able to handle someone doing that to her again. so, carrie was just having fun. she figured that was her safest option. even as the other walked in and flashed his charming smile in her direction, “you make it really hard for me to stay away.” not that she was trying all that hard but it was the truth. she very clearly liked his company and the thought of getting any closer made her...nervous.