Sam never noticed the subtle stiffening under her touch, she was too busy being embarrassed by the whole situation, but what did not escape her notice was the look that flashed across his eyes.  There was sadness there yes, but to her it appeared almost haunted.  She knew that look, she had seen it many times on the faces of her co-workers and friends. It was a look that spoke of a mind that had just reached a point of breaking, too much sadness and pain.  She shook her head slightly to clear away her thoughts.  She wished she was better at just flat out talking to people.  

The silence between them stretched out for what felt like forever and the moment had now begun to hover on uncomfortable.  She cleared her throat a little before chewing on her bottom lip.  "I think this is where I am supposed to say something adorable and witty. Barring that, then this is the perfect moment for my partner to come through the door and tell me we have a call."  She glanced expectantly toward the door, and when no rescue came she muttered "Or not."  

She shrugged again, this time forcing a bright smile on her face.  "Ok then, now that this moment has gone from slightly awkward to [i]REALLY[/i] awkward, it is time for me to make my, what with my luck will now be my much less than graceful exit."  She gave him a little finger wave.  "I hope this place empties out soon, and that no one else runs into you."  

She turned to leave praying she did nothing to embarrass herself further.