The joy of physical contact had been lost on her, save for the rare drunk makeout session on the last election night, but the short, sweet kiss they shared was enough to bring it back in a sudden, giddy rush. There was a dual awareness of the pleasure of a fine first date success and the constant, almost out-of-body feeling to continually recognize that she had just allowed her boss, a recognized politician, not only treat her to a date -- an actual, honest-to-goodness<em>date</em>-- but also make physical contact in what was decidedly a very date-like way.<br/><br/>When he pulled away, she flushed with obvious delight that was soon dampened slightly by what seemed to be an ominous followup. "This certainly seems sudden...I mean, we talked, we ate, and now we kissed. It's a bit premature, but I suppose knowing 'the necessities' would be alright...?"